Senior Accountant/Bookkeeper, Client Facing, Philippines Contract

Achen Henderson LLP

6d•Remote

About The Position

GURU by Achen Henderson is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant/Bookkeeper based in the Philippines, engaged as an independent contractor. This role is client-facing, requiring the individual to manage a portfolio of 10 to 30 clients, serve as their primary point of contact, lead client meetings, and ensure accurate and timely financial management. The position involves full-cycle bookkeeping, coordination with specialists (tax, payroll, CFO), and a strong focus on understanding client businesses, clear communication, and robust accounting controls. Success hinges on proactive communication and maintaining clean, reliable client books. Applicants must meet all minimum qualifications, and testing will be conducted to assess technical and communication skills. This is a contractor engagement, not an employment relationship.

Requirements

CPA designation (Philippines or equivalent)
5+ years post designation experience in public practice or shared services
2+ years working with a Canadian accounting firm
Fluent in written and spoken English, with strong client communication skills
Proven expertise in QuickBooks Online
Strong experience in account reconciliations, month end entries and reviews, and managing client portfolios
Proven ability to manage client relationships and set expectations
Tech savvy with advanced computer skills
Able to work night shift (aligned with Canadian hours)
Self starter with strong attention to detail and multitasking ability
Comfortable working under an independent contractor arrangement

Nice To Haves

Experience with Xero, Dext, and Hubdoc
System conversion or migration experience
Familiarity with other modern cloud accounting tools
Prior exposure to Canadian tax compliance environments
Experience mentoring or coaching junior team members

Responsibilities

Manage full cycle bookkeeping and accounting for a dedicated portfolio of 10 to 30 clients
Serve as the primary point of contact for your clients, leading client meetings and managing expectations
Perform account reconciliations and month end processes
Prepare accurate financial reports and support year end coordination
Convert client files between accounting systems as needed
Communicate directly with clients and respond to file specific accounting questions
Coordinate with tax, payroll, or other specialists when a client's needs go beyond bookkeeping
Identify file specific risks or issues early, resolving what you can and escalating when necessary
Improve internal and client processes and systems
Support automation and system efficiencies
Provide regular updates during team check ins
Contribute to a collaborative team culture