Accounts Officer

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounts Officer to manage financial transactions, maintain accurate accounting records, and support the company's financial operations. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting knowledge, experience with reconciliations, and the ability to prepare client financial statements and billing documents accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely posting of financial transactions into the accounting system.

• Prepare and maintain client statements on a voyage-by-voyage basis, ensuring completeness and accuracy.

• Perform month-end reconciliations, including bank, customer, vendor, and general ledger account reconciliations.

• Generate and issue invoices to clients in accordance with agreed schedules and billing requirements.

• Prepare payment instructions and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to facilitate timely payments.

• Review accounting records and supporting documents to ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities.

• Maintain organized financial records and documentation for audit and reporting purposes.

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial records and client accounts.

• Support management with financial reporting and ad hoc accounting tasks as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience; experience in the shipping, logistics, or maritime industry is an advantage.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.

• Proven experience in month-end reconciliations and general accounting processes.

• Experience in preparing client statements and issuing invoices.

• Knowledge of payment processing and preparation of payment instructions.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software/ERP systems.

• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

• CPA certification is an advantage.

• Experience handling voyage accounting or voyage-related financial reporting is preferred.

• Familiarity with maritime, shipping, or transportation accounting practices is a plus.

Key Competencies

• Financial accuracy and attention to detail

• Accountability and integrity

• Time management and prioritization

• Analytical thinking

• Communication and collaboration

• Customer service orientation

Why You Should Join Us!

We offer a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for career development. By joining us you will enjoy:

Benefits

• Retirement Benefit

• SSS, PagIbig, PhilHealth Contributions Employer’s Share

• Medical Insurance (HMO)

• Life Insurance

• Free Uniform

• Free Office Lunch

• Pro-rated Sick Leave and Vacation Leave on Day 1

• 18 Days’ Vacation Leave per annum (increasing every 5 years of service by 1 day up to 22 days)

• 21 Days Sickness Leave per annum

Administrative Benefits

• Hybrid setup

• Compassionate Leave 3 Day – Immediate Family; 1 Day - Extended Family

• Maternity/Paternity Leave

• Birthday Leave

• Birthday Allowance of Php 1,500

• Medical Reimbursement-Php 750 per month; Php 9,000 per annum

• Wedding Gift

• Eyeglasses worth Php 3,000 upon regularization