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67 Finance & Accounting Jobs in Philippines

The day moves between spreadsheets and conversations, tracing where money has been and steering where it needs to go.

Finance & Accounting jobs by city

• Hong Kong44
• Bengaluru38
• Gurugram28
• Budapest27
• Singapore22
• Mumbai22
• Luxembourg21
• Kraków21
• Hyderābād21
• Colombia21
• Bratislava17
• Bangkok16
• London16
• Poznań16
• New Delhi16
• Noida16

Specialities in Finance & Accounting

• Financial Analysis432
• Banking and Lending339
• Accounting Support336
• Accounting Professionals288
• Financial Managers271
• Financial Compliance148
• Tax Specialists118
• Financial Sales66
• Investment Specialists57
• Insurance Claims and Sales41

Questions

• What qualifications do you need to start in finance & accounting?

  A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business is the standard minimum for most roles. Entry-level positions like bookkeeping or payroll clerk may accept relevant associate degrees or certifications, while audit, tax, and analyst roles typically require a four-year degree and often progression toward professional credentials like CPA or CMA.

• Is certification required for finance & accounting work?

  It depends on the role and employer. Public accountants generally need CPA licensure, financial analysts often pursue the CFA, and internal auditors seek the CIA, but many corporate accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll positions do not require certification—though it improves prospects and earning potential.

• What does a typical day look like in finance & accounting?

  Days involve reviewing transactions, reconciling accounts, preparing financial statements, analyzing variances, responding to queries from colleagues or clients, and ensuring deadlines are met. The rhythm shifts with the calendar: month-end close periods, quarterly reporting, tax season, and audit cycles create predictable waves of intensity.

• How much of the work is done independently versus in teams?

  Most roles blend both. Bookkeepers and payroll staff work largely independently on processing tasks, while auditors, financial analysts, and tax accountants collaborate frequently with clients, colleagues, and other departments to gather information, resolve discrepancies, and present findings.

• What skills matter most beyond technical accounting knowledge?

  Attention to detail, problem-solving, and the ability to interpret numbers in business context are essential. Strong communication skills help translate financial information for non-financial stakeholders, while time management becomes crucial during high-pressure reporting periods and regulatory deadlines.

• How does bookkeeping differ from accounting?

  Bookkeeping focuses on recording daily transactions, maintaining ledgers, and ensuring accurate data entry. Accounting takes that data further—analyzing it, preparing financial statements, ensuring compliance, advising on tax strategy, and providing insights that inform business decisions.

• What are the busiest times of year in finance & accounting?

  Month-end and quarter-end close periods create consistent peaks, while year-end brings the heaviest workload with annual reporting, audits, and tax preparation. Tax accountants face their crunch from January through April, and auditors follow client fiscal calendars that may peak at different times.

• Can you work remotely in finance & accounting roles?

  Many roles now offer hybrid or fully remote options, especially in corporate accounting, financial analysis, and bookkeeping. Positions requiring regular client meetings, physical document review, or close collaboration—such as some audit and banking roles—may require more in-office presence.

• What career progression looks like in finance & accounting?

  Most paths move from processing transactions to analyzing them, then to managing teams or advising on strategy. A bookkeeper might advance to staff accountant, then senior accountant, controller, and eventually CFO, while auditors and analysts can progress to manager, director, and partner or executive roles.

• How does financial analysis differ from traditional accounting?

  Financial analysis focuses forward—forecasting performance, modeling scenarios, evaluating investments, and advising on strategic decisions. Traditional accounting looks backward and present—recording transactions, ensuring accuracy, maintaining compliance, and reporting what has already occurred.