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Your offshore team works from our managed office in Cebu IT Park on company-managed desktops, supervised and formally employed. You stay in control of the work. We handle everything else.
The Philippines is the most established destination for offshore back-office teams.
English is an official language used in business, education and government in the Philippines. Your offshore team communicates fluently across email, calls, documents and reporting from day one.
The Philippines produces over 700,000 university graduates annually with strong representation in accounting, business administration, finance and operations.
The Philippines is GMT+8, 2 to 3 hours behind Australian Eastern Time, so most of the Australian day overlaps. US and UK coverage runs on shifts.
Filipino professionals are used to working with international businesses. Deadlines are taken seriously and professional standards are high.
You get a reliable, English-speaking back-office team working your hours from a supervised office in Cebu IT Park.
Read the full guideSee how office-based offshore teams compare with home-based VAs.
| Feature | Office-Based Plus Back Office | Home-Based VA |
|---|---|---|
| Supervision | On-site office managers | Self-managed, no oversight |
| Desktops | Company-managed hardware | Personal devices |
| Network Security | Secure office network with VPN | Home WiFi, unknown security |
| Activity Tracking | Professional time tracking tools | Trust-based or intrusive monitoring |
| Employment Status | Full-time employees with benefits | Contractors, often juggling clients |
| Output Consistency | Consistent office environment | Variable home conditions |
No hidden fees. Everything your team needs is included.
Local salary paid to your dedicated team member.
Professional workspace in Cebu IT Park with all amenities.
Secure, maintained workstation with all required software.
Complete HR administration and payroll processing handled.
SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and all statutory requirements managed.
Technical support and equipment maintenance included.
Roles commonly placed in offshore back-office teams.
Accounts payable, receivable, reconciliation, and financial reporting.
Calendar management, email handling, document preparation, and coordination.
Recruitment support, onboarding, payroll processing, and HR administration.
Accurate data input, database management, and record maintenance.
Email and chat support, ticket management, and customer communication.
CRM management, lead tracking, sales support, and pipeline maintenance.
See how a Plus Back Office team in Cebu compares to hiring in-house locally for typical back-office roles.
| Cost element | Hire locally (in-house) | Plus Back Office team (Cebu) |
|---|---|---|
| Base salary per FTE | $5,000 | $900 |
| Employer taxes and benefits | $700 | $135 |
| Office & equipment | $500 | Included |
| HR & payroll overhead | $250 | Included |
| Total monthly cost | $6,450 | From $1,350 |
Figures are illustrative estimates based on typical back-office roles in Australia and the USA. Actual costs depend on role, seniority and location.
A straightforward process from discovery call to operational team.
We scope your roles, team size and requirements. You get a clear cost and timeline.
We source, screen and interview candidates. You approve the final hire. Typically 3 to 5 weeks.
We set up workstations, system access and run induction. Your team is briefed on your SOPs.
Your offshore team starts working your business hours from our Cebu IT Park office.
We scope your roles, team size and requirements. You get a clear cost and timeline.
We source, screen and interview candidates. You approve the final hire. Typically 3 to 5 weeks.
We set up workstations, system access and run induction. Your team is briefed on your SOPs.
Your offshore team starts working your business hours from our Cebu IT Park office.
Managed security controls to protect your business data.
Company desktops and secure office network
Locked-down workstations with managed security policies.
Secure connections and two-factor authentication required.
Full disk encryption on all company devices.
Managed office network with security monitoring.
Fingerprint and card access control to office premises.
Round-the-clock video surveillance of the workspace.
You have clear visibility over your team. We track activity, hours and output so you can manage performance the same way you would an in-house team.
You can see when your team is working and how work is done.
Plus Back Office is built for SME businesses that need a practical, controlled offshore team.
2 minimum
We work with businesses from as small as 2 offshore staff.
3-5 weeks
Most back-office roles are filled within 3 to 5 weeks. Your team is operational faster than a typical local hire.
3 weeks
If a team member does not meet expectations within the first 3 weeks we replace them at no additional recruitment cost.
Common questions about offshore back office teams in the Philippines.
Back office outsourcing in the Philippines means hiring a dedicated team in the Philippines to handle your day-to-day admin, accounting, CRM and operational support. Plus Back Office provides office-based teams working from our managed office in Cebu IT Park on company-managed desktops with on-site supervision.
Plus Back Office teams start from $1,350 per person per month all-inclusive. This covers staff salary, office space in Cebu IT Park, company-managed desktop, HR, payroll and Philippine government contributions. There are no hidden costs and no separate salary transfer required.
Office-based offshore teams work from a managed professional office on company-owned desktops with on-site supervision. Home-based arrangements place workers in their own homes on personal devices with no physical oversight. Plus Back Office operates from Cebu IT Park where all staff work in a supervised managed environment.
The Philippines offers English as an official language of business and government, over 700,000 graduates per year, GMT+8 timezone alignment with Australia and Asia, a mature BPO industry and employment costs 50 to 70 percent lower than equivalent local hires in Australia or the USA.
Most back-office roles are filled within 3 to 5 weeks. We source candidates from Cebu IT Park talent networks, screen and interview shortlisted candidates and present you with 2 to 3 options for approval. Your team is operational faster than a typical local hire.
Accountants, bookkeepers, admin assistants, HR and payroll coordinators, data entry operators, customer support staff and CRM coordinators are the most common back-office roles outsourced to the Philippines. All roles work from our managed Cebu IT Park office from $1,350 per month all-inclusive.
Plus Back Office is the legal employer of your team in the Philippines. We handle all employment contracts, SSS, PhilHealth and Pag-IBIG contributions, payroll processing and compliance with Philippine labour law. You maintain full operational control over work priorities and day-to-day management.
Australia and the United States are the most common markets for Philippines back office outsourcing. Australian businesses benefit from timezone alignment and save on superannuation obligations. US businesses run their teams on Philippines night shifts and eliminate FICA and healthcare overhead.
Tell us about your business and we will be in touch.