Jake E.
Mid-Level E-commerce Accounting Specialist
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Jake E. is a proficient Certified Public Accountant and Certified Bookkeeper, with extensive experience in e-commerce accounting and tax compliance. As an E-commerce Accountant at Outgive Inc., he managed comprehensive financial tasks including QuickBooks Online and Xero reconciliations, payment gateways, and merchant statement analyses for clients in the US and Canada. His role involved preparing tax returns and ensuring alignment with US GAAP and Canadian accounting standards. At InCorp Philippines, he demonstrated leadership by mentoring junior accountants and managing end-to-end tax compliance for a diverse client portfolio. This included preparing reports for government entities like BIR and PEZA. His early career at SGV-EY honed his skills in tax compliance across various industries such as Information Technology, Pharmaceuticals, and E-Commerce. Jake proficiently uses tools like Xero, QuickBooks Online, and Microsoft Office to maintain audit-ready books and enhance financial reporting accuracy.
Experience
E-commerce Accountant
Outgive Inc. · 2025 — 2026Conducted daily and monthly reconciliations using Quickbooks Online and Xero for sales transactions and bank accounts, including payment gateways such as Shopify, Etsy, PayPal, Stripe, and Amazon. Supported tax return preparation for US and Canadian clients, handling tasks such as annual 1099 filing and GST returns. Ensured the accuracy of financial statements prior to management review, aligning with US GAAP and Canadian accounting standards. Monitored Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) across various product lines, reconciling inventory records and sales data to support gross margin analysis. Maintained audit-ready books by skilled categorization of transactions, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve reporting discrepancies. Processed sales invoices, bills, and expenses in QBO and Xero to generate accurate financial statements, ensuring compliance with standards.Senior Associate
InCorp Philippines, Inc. · 2024 — 2025Oversaw the workflow and mentorship of two accounting associates, ensuring the quality of financial books and tax returns before submission to the Accounting & Tax Manager. Reviewed monthly account entries, including cash receipts and disbursements, as well as management financial reports such as income statements and balance sheets. Managed end-to-end financial accounting and tax compliance for a portfolio of clients, meeting deadlines for reportorial requirements to the BIR and PEZA. Ensured rigorous reconciliation of accounting practices in accordance with general accounting principles and tax regulations, while analyzing client accounting processes to identify and resolve issues.Tax Associate
Sycip Gorres & Velayo Co. (SGV - EY) · 2021 — 2024Handled Income Tax Compliance and Business Tax Compliance, contributing to Tax Compliance Reviews, Tax Health Checks, and Tax Planning Studies. Conducted Audit Assessments along with Accounting Compliance and Reporting across various industries including Information Technology, Pharmaceutical, Outsourcing Services, E-Commerce, Real Estate, and more.Tax Internship
Reyes Tacandong & Co. · 2018 — 2018Participated in Tax Audit Assessments and Accounting Compliance and Reporting, including vouching sales and purchase transactions for VAT audit compliance.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor of Science in AccountancyUniversity of Saint Louis · 2014 — 2019
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