Roots of Health is seeking a Finance Officer. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Finance Officer is responsible for ensuring the accurate, timely, and compliant recording of financial transactions and supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the organization. This position plays a critical role in upholding internal controls, supporting audits, and contributing to effective budget monitoring.

This is a full-time position in Puerto Princesa City with a probation  period up to six months, depending on performance. Salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits include PhilHealth, SSS, Pagibig, health insurance, 10 paid vacation days, 10 paid sick leave days, 5 paid leave for Holy Week, and 10 days paid leave between Christmas and New Year.

Responsibilities

Financial Operations and Reporting

• Record daily financial transactions accurately and in a timely manner in the organization’s accounting system.
• Assist in monitoring budgets and preparing financial reports for internal reviews and donor/regulatory reporting.
• Maintain organized records and supporting documents to ensure audit readiness and data reliability.
• Compile data and assist in the preparation of financial reports for review by the Finance Manager and Finance Director.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure taxes and SEC filings are completed accurately and timely.
• Monitor completeness and timeliness of expense liquidations, ensuring adherence to internal control procedures.
• Conduct checks for compliance with internal policies, tax regulations, and donor requirements.
• Support audit preparation by organizing documents and coordinating with the auditors under the Finance Manager’s guidance.

Team Coordination & Process Improvement

• Coordinate with teams to gather financial documents and ensure alignment with financial procedures.
• Provide routine guidance on documentation and maintain efficient financial workflows.
• Suggest improvements to transaction recording and filing processes.
• Assist with onboarding new finance staff or training on financial policies.

Job Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in bookkeeping or finance operations
• Familiarity with Philippine tax laws and compliance requirements
• Proficiency in using accounting software, preferably Netsuite or Quickbooks
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, attention to detail, and communication skills
• High integrity in handling financial data
• Commitment to the mission and values of Ugat ng Kalusugan

Preferred:

• Experience working in a donor-funded or non-profit setting
• Understanding of project-based budgeting or grant compliance

Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and contact information of 3 references to jobs@rootsofhealth.org as soon as possible.

Type: “Finance Officer Position” in the subject line.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews. 

About Roots of Health / Ugat ng Kalusugan

Roots of Health / Ugat ng Kalusugan is a nonprofit organization focused on improving the health of women and girls, and their communities, in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, in the Philippines. We envision self-reliant women, young people and communities living healthy reproductive lives in Palawan. Roots of Health empowers women and girls to secure their right to health and freedom from violence, and to support and protect the health and well-being of their children. Our activities are guided by the international human rights framework, which includes a core belief that health is a human right, and activities are carried out using a community-based approach.