Accountant

Odfjell; Philippines; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

Odfjell is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant in the Philippines with at least two years of experience in accountancy. The role involves handling payables, crew-related costs, payroll-related tasks, and compliance with accounting standards.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power BI and other Microsoft tools, able to work under pressure, and able to work both independently and as part of a team. A structured environment and ownership of responsibilities are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience in Accountancy.
• Proficiency in accounting standards, tax regulations and vessel accounting.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft tools including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Power BI.
• Effective communicator (spoken and written) at all levels.
• Works well under pressure, takes ownership of work, and ensures exceptional follow-through.
• Able to multitask and work independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Processing and payment of payables including crew-related costs.
• Managing crew allotments and government reports.
• Handling payment of crew union dues and welfare fund contributions.
• Ensure fund sufficiency and convert funds for operational needs.
• Check accounts payable status in AGresso and prioritize payments by due dates.
• Prepare supplier payments for OMAS, OMPI and OPI.
• Create BIR 2307 receipts when applicable.
• Provide payment details to suppliers and collect receipts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Independent worker

Team player

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Power BI

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented and dependable Accountant to join our team. This role requires someone with a strong sense of duty, exceptional attention to detail, and a commitment to completing work accurately and on time. The ideal candidate thrives in a structured environment, takes ownership of their responsibilities, and consistently adheres to established procedures and accounting standards.

Areas of responsibilities:

The position supports the Team Leader Payments and handles the following:

• Processing and payment of all OPI and OMPI payables, including crew-related costs
• Managing crew allotments and generating required government reports
• Handling the payment of crew union dues and contributions to the seamans welfare fund

Tasks:

• Ensures fund sufficiency and converts funds promptly for operational needs
• Check the status of accounts payable in agresso and prioritize payment based on the due dates
• Prepares suppliers payments for OMAS, OMPI and OPI
• Creates corresponding BIR 2307, if applicable
• Provide payment details to suppliers and collect official receipts in exchange for payment
• Process employee cash advance and liquidation
• Reconciliation of allotment register in compass and allotment list form payroll
• Prepares superintendents salary payslip and claims
• Ensures completeness and orderly filing of important corporate documents (official receipts, tax payment)
• Prepares monthly reports i.e., peso bank reconciliations, seamans welfare fund monitoring
• Performs other relevant tasks that may be assigned by superior

Qualifications:

• Minimum two years experience in Accountancy
• Proficiency in accounting standards, tax regulations and vessel accounting
• Proficiency in using Microsoft tools including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Power BI
• Effective communicator (spoken and written) at all levels
• Works well under pressure, takes ownership of work, and ensures exceptional follow-through
• Able to multitask and work independently as well as part of a team