How do I start a career in Accounting & Finance?

Start with a free FI course, then the starting-level short courses and diploma: Accounting Trainee · Junior Bookkeeper. Entry-level jobs include Bookkeeper · Accounts Assistant · AP/AR Clerk · Payroll Clerk.

How much can I earn in Accounting & Finance in the Philippines?

As a general guide, entry level (0–2 years) is about ₱15,000–₱30,000 a month, mid level (3–5 years) about ₱30,000–₱60,000 and senior/manager level about ₱60,000–₱150,000. Pay varies by employer, city and licence; overseas jobs usually pay more.

Can I work remotely or part-time in Accounting & Finance?

Remote bookkeeping for overseas clients is in demand (QuickBooks, Xero, Excel). Part-time bookkeeping for small businesses is common.

Can I start my own business in Accounting & Finance?

Yes. A common idea is: Bookkeeping and payroll services for small businesses. FI teaches the trade and the business side, and shows where to register in the Philippines or abroad.

Careers in Accounting & Finance: Jobs, Salary & Courses

CAREER PATHS · INDUSTRY

See every level in Accounting & Finance, from student to executive: the jobs, typical pay, and the steps to move up. Tell us where you are now and where you want to go.

1. Student

Still in school

Jobs: Senior High student

1
FI · K–12FI Online Senior HighSelf-Paced from ₱51,480 a year · Live Online available
2
Outside FISenior High strand: ABM
3
FI · Free courseBookkeeping Introduction₱0 · start today
4
Outside FIA college degree, if the job you want needs one (see the notes in each level)

2. Starting out

No work experienceStarting pay, usually at the lower end of entry level

Jobs: Accounting Trainee · Junior Bookkeeper

1
FI · Short courseBasic Bookkeeping24 learning hours · ₱4,000
2
FI · Short courseMicrosoft Excel Essentials24 learning hours · ₱4,000
3
FI · Professional DiplomaAccounting & Bookkeeping720 learning hours · from ₱8,500

3. Entry level

0–2 years₱15,000–₱30,000 a month

Jobs: Bookkeeper · Accounts Assistant · AP/AR Clerk · Payroll Clerk

1
FI · CertificationCertification: Bookkeeping8 modules + exam · ₱8,500
2
FI · Short coursePayroll Basics24 learning hours · ₱4,000
3
FI · Professional DiplomaPayroll Administration720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
4
Outside FIFor CPA roles: BS Accountancy + PRC CPA exam (FI review available)

4. Mid level / Supervisor

3–5 years₱30,000–₱60,000 a month

Jobs: Senior Accountant · Accounts Supervisor · Payroll Supervisor

1
FI · Professional DiplomaManagement Accounting720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
2
FI · Professional DiplomaCredit & Collections720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
3
FI · Professional DiplomaSupervisory Skills720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
4
FI · PathwayPEDAP: turn your work experience into an FI diploma₱8,500

5. Senior / Manager

6–10 years₱60,000–₱150,000 a month

Jobs: Accounts Manager · Finance Manager · Controller

1
FI · Professional DiplomaFinancial Management720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
2
FI · Professional DiplomaBusiness Finance & Budgeting720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
3
FI · Professional DiplomaTeam Leadership720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
4
FI · PathwayETEEAP: earn a college degree from your experience (5+ years)₱8,500 FI fee · university fees separate
5
Outside FIMany manager roles ask for a degree; some ask for a CPA licence

6. Executive

10+ yearsAbove the senior range; varies widely by company

Jobs: Finance Director · Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

1
FI · Professional DiplomaStrategic Management720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
2
FI · Professional DiplomaLeadership & Organisational Development720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
3
Outside FIUsually CPA and/or an MBA, plus 10+ years' experience

Changing careers into Accounting & Finance

Good for people from admin, sales or cashier work who already handle numbers. Start with the free course, take the starting-level courses, and use PEDAP if your past work is related. Most career changers then apply at entry level and move up faster because of their experience.

1
FI · Free courseBookkeeping Introduction₱0 · start today
2
FI · Short courseBasic Bookkeeping24 learning hours · ₱4,000
3
FI · Short courseMicrosoft Excel Essentials24 learning hours · ₱4,000
4
FI · Professional DiplomaAccounting & Bookkeeping720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
5
FI · PathwayPEDAP: turn your work experience into an FI diploma₱8,500
6
Outside FIUpdate your CV in My FI to show your new FI credentials

Starting your own business

Idea: Bookkeeping and payroll services for small businesses. Learn the trade first, then the business side: planning, registration, pricing and managing money.

1
FI · Professional DiplomaAccounting & Bookkeeping720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
2
FI · CertificationCertification: Bookkeeping8 modules + exam · ₱8,500
3
FI · Short courseStarting a Small Business24 learning hours · ₱4,000
4
FI · Short courseBusiness Plan Basics24 learning hours · ₱4,000
5
FI · Professional DiplomaSmall Business Management720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
6
FI · Professional DiplomaBusiness Registration & Licensing Support720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
7
Outside FIRegister your business: DTI (sole proprietor) or SEC, barangay and mayor's permit, BIR

Ways to work

Full-timeOffice-based accounts teams in every industry.

Part-timePart-time bookkeeping for small businesses is common.

RemoteRemote bookkeeping for overseas clients is in demand (QuickBooks, Xero, Excel).

Salary guide (Philippines, monthly)

Each level shows a general range for the Philippines. Examples for this industry:

Bookkeeper: ₱25,000–₱50,000 (kareera.co)
Accountant, 2–5 yrs: ₱18,000–₱30,000 (aniday.com)
Finance Manager, 5–8 yrs: ₱50,000–₱80,000 (aniday.com)

Sources: public 2026 salary guides (multiplymii.com for the general ranges; others as named). Pay depends on the employer, city, licence and experience. Overseas jobs, for example in the Middle East, usually pay more. This is a guide, not a job offer.

Detailed job paths

Accountant / Bookkeeper →

All FI courses in Accounting & Finance

Accounting & Bookkeeping · Professional Diploma
Financial Management · Professional Diploma
Management Accounting · Professional Diploma
Payroll Administration · Professional Diploma
Banking & Financial Services · Professional Diploma
Credit & Collections · Professional Diploma
Business Finance & Budgeting · Professional Diploma
Professional Certification in Bookkeeping · Certification
Professional Certification in Payroll Administration · Certification

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