[Hiring] Offshore Bookkeeping Lead @Manila Recruitment

Role Description

This is a great opportunity for an Offshore Bookkeeper Lead to join a company that values growth, innovation, and operational efficiency.

• Full cycle bookkeeping for clients in their accounting software (QuickBooks Online, Xero) on an accrual basis.
• Design, document, and maintain bookkeeping processes.
• Lead the hiring, onboarding, and training of offshore bookkeepers in the Philippines.
• Manage the offshore bookkeeping team to ensure consistent quality, accuracy, and adherence to company’s standards.
• Identify recurring issues and proactively coach team members to resolve root causes and improve overall quality and consistency.
• Act as the primary coordination point between offshore and onshore teams to ensure smooth handoffs, clear ownership, and minimal rework.
• Enforce documented bookkeeping SOPs and continuously refine processes based on recurring issues and operational feedback.
• Perform capacity planning and workload management.
• Assist with various ad-hoc client requests.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting, with at least 5 years of experience working with Canadian or US clients.
• Candidates with fewer years of experience but a strong foundational background in Canadian or US accounting/bookkeeping can be considered.
• Experience in the tech or consulting industry is preferred.
• Prior experience working as a senior bookkeeper or team lead.
• Experience using QuickBooks Online and/or Xero and proficient in using Excel.
• Experience working in a client serving accounting role.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal), including fluency in English.
• Experience documenting processes and creating clear, repeatable SOPs.
• Excellent time management and self-management skills.
• Solid problem solving and analysis skills.
• High standards of ethics and confidentiality to handle sensitive information.
• Ability to exercise good judgement, show initiative and be proactive.
• Ability to build strong connections with clients and team members.

Requirements

• Job Type: Direct Employment
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Location: Remote
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 4:00 PM - 1:00 AM Philippine time (3:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST)
• Industry: Professional Consulting Services