Accounting Associate

Asian Institute of Maritime Studies; Philippines; On-site; PHP 312,000 - 536,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative workplace culture

Job summary

The Asian Institute of Maritime Studies is seeking a dedicated Accounting Associate to join our finance team on a full-time basis in Pasay City, Metro Manila. You will play a vital role in supporting financial management, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards.

The role offers competitive remuneration, opportunities for professional development, and a collaborative workplace culture within our finance department.

Qualifications

• Completed tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Strong proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, general ledger management and financial reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in processing financial information.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Reliable and committed to maintaining confidentiality of financial information.
• Familiarity with audit procedures and compliance requirements is advantageous.
• Experience in an educational institution or non-profit organisation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Processing and recording financial transactions, including invoices, receipts, and payment vouchers
• Maintaining accurate accounting records and ledgers in accordance with GAAP
• Reconciling bank statements and identifying discrepancies
• Assisting with the preparation of financial statements and reports
• Supporting accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• Verifying and coding expense documents for appropriate account classification
• Assisting with month-end and year-end closing procedures
• Responding to finance-related queries and providing administrative support to the finance team
• Ensuring compliance with internal financial policies and external regulatory requirements
• Performing data entry and maintaining organised financial documentation

Skills

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

General ledger

Financial reporting

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Job description

About the role

The Asian Institute of Maritime Studies is seeking a dedicated Accounting Associate to join our finance team on a full-time basis. This role is located in Pasay City, Metro Manila and offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial operations of a respected maritime education institution. As an Accounting Associate, you will play a vital role in supporting the organisation's financial management, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards and regulations. This position is fundamental to the smooth operation of our finance department and directly supports the strategic objectives of the Institute.

What you’ll be doing

• Processing and recording financial transactions, including invoices, receipts, and payment vouchers
• Maintaining accurate accounting records and ledgers in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles
• Reconciling bank statements and identifying discrepancies
• Assisting with the preparation of financial statements and reports
• Supporting accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• Verifying and coding expense documents for appropriate account classification
• Assisting with month-end and year-end closing procedures
• Responding to finance-related queries and providing administrative support to the finance team
• Ensuring compliance with internal financial policies and external regulatory requirements
• Performing data entry and maintaining organised financial documentation

What we’re looking for

• Completed tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
• Strong proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, general ledger management and financial reporting
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in processing financial information
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Reliable, responsible, and committed to maintaining confidentiality of financial information
• Familiarity with audit procedures and compliance requirements is advantageous
• Prior experience in an educational institution or non-profit organisation is preferred

What we offer

The Asian Institute of Maritime Studies is committed to providing a supportive and professional work environment. We offer competitive remuneration, opportunities for professional development and skills enhancement, and a collaborative workplace culture. We value our employees' well-being and work-life balance, providing a stable full-time position with clear career progression opportunities within our finance department. Additionally, we offer access to training programmes that support your professional growth within the accounting and finance sector.

About us

The Asian Institute of Maritime Studies is a leading institution dedicated to providing world-class maritime education and training. Our mission is to develop skilled professionals who will contribute to the advancement of the maritime industry across Asia and beyond. We are committed to academic excellence, innovation, and fostering a diverse, inclusive community of learners and professionals. With a strong reputation in maritime education, the Institute combines practical expertise with contemporary learning methodologies to prepare students and professionals for successful careers in the maritime sector.