# Junior Finance Associate

**Company:** [First Circle](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/nj8Bs8fq9FcAUjme7uwwPQ.md)
**Location:** Taguig, Philippines
**Workplace:** hybrid
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** PH Hiring

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## Description

**First Circle** is one of the **fastest-growing FinTech companies in the country**, providing financial services to under-served SMEs. We've already transformed access to credit for thousands of businesses, and **now we're building a full-stack neobank** offering multi-currency bank accounts, payments, FX, corporate credit cards, and payroll. As we enter this next phase of growth, we're hiring exceptional talent with a track record of excellence to join us in shaping the next chapter.

We are looking for an exceptional **Junior Finance Associate** who develops a deep understanding of strong finance processes, systems, and controls within a fast-paced, structured environment. You'll spend meaningful time on operational finance: reporting, reconciliations, compliance, and record-keeping. It's not always thrilling, but it's how you build judgment and credibility. Master this, and you earn the opportunity to take on more complex work

**First Circle is changing small business banking in the Philippines. The sky is the limit for someone who wants to get stuck in and make a difference.**

**Responsibilities**

1.  Own daily, weekly, and monthly processes, reporting, and reconciliations.
2.  Assist in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
3.  Support ad-hoc projects and collaborate across teams.

## Requirements

1.  **Relevant experience:** 1 year of relevant finance experience in a fintech, tech, or start-up environment or industry as an intern or a full time employee is preferred but not required. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply!
2.  **Academic background:** Finance, Accounting, Business, or Economics degree (or equivalent analytical background).
3.  **Excel proficiency:** Excellent Excel skills knowledgeable on different formulas (pivot tables, lookup, raw data cleanup, data reconciliation, creation of basic financial statements)
4.  **Analytical:** Attention to detail and a sharp problem solver. Strong work ethic and ability to adapt.

_Nice to have:_

1.  Finance or accounting internship experience
2.  Campus leadership demonstrating you can juggle competing priorities
3.  Interest in pursuing a CPA

## Benefits

### Benefits

-   **Monthly base salary:** PHP 25,000-28,000 depending on experience
-   **Hybrid work set-up:** 2 days per week in our BGC office; remote the rest of the time.
-   **Benefits:** HMO coverage from month one, free catered lunches, monthly fitness, transportation, and accommodation allowance, and more.
-   **Join a team with a deeply collaborative culture!** Learn more here: [https://www.firstcircle.ph/careers](https://www.firstcircle.ph/careers)