Accounting Assistant

Job Description

The Accounting Assistant supports daily accounting activities such as recording transactions, preparing schedules, checking invoices, reconciling accounts, maintaining financial documents, and assisting with reports and audits. The role typically requires a degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field, good knowledge of basic accounting principles, and working familiarity with Microsoft Office or accounting systems. Fresh graduates may be considered, although relevant experience is an advantage. BDO expects candidates to be accurate, organized, dependable, discreet with confidential information, and capable of meeting deadlines. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, willingness to learn, and the ability to work effectively in a team are important.

Company Info

BDO Unibank, Inc. is one of the Philippines’ largest universal banks and a major provider of banking and financial services. It serves individuals, small and medium-sized businesses, corporations, institutions, and government-related clients through an extensive branch and digital banking network. Its services include deposits, loans, credit cards, cash management, investment products, remittances, insurance, and wealth management. BDO is part of the SM Group, one of the country’s largest business conglomerates, and has built a strong market presence through broad customer access and a wide range of financial solutions. The bank employs professionals across banking operations, technology, finance, risk, customer service, and corporate functions. Employees generally work in a structured, performance-focused environment, with opportunities to gain experience in a large and established Philippine financial institution.

Destination Guide

The Philippines offers job opportunities in banking, shared services, accounting, information technology, healthcare, education, tourism, and business-process outsourcing, especially in Metro Manila, Cebu, and major regional cities. Filipino culture is warm, family-oriented, community-minded, and strongly influenced by local traditions, Spanish history, American institutions, and Asian connections. Lifestyle varies from fast-paced urban living to quieter coastal or provincial communities. Costs are generally lower than in many Western countries, although housing and transport in Manila can be expensive. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored work visa, commonly a 9(g) employment visa, and may require an Alien Employment Permit. Relocating involves securing a job offer, arranging lawful immigration status, budgeting for housing and healthcare, and understanding local tax rules. The country’s many islands provide beaches, mountains, diving, food, and outdoor activities, while English is widely used in business and everyday professional settings.