ACCOUNTING MANAGER

GERMAN MARINE AGENCIES INC.; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

German Marine Agencies Inc. is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead the accounting team and ensure accurate, timely financial transactions and reports.

You will supervise daily activities, review payables, payroll, invoicing, and reconciliations, and coordinate with auditors, banks, and regulators. A Bachelor's degree is required; CPA is an advantage, plus 3–5 years of supervisory accounting experience and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or related field.
• CPA qualification is an advantage but not required.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience with supervisory/leadership.
• Strong knowledge of accounting, payroll, taxation, bank reconciliations, financial reporting, and audit prep.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide the accounting team in their daily activities.
• Review accounts payable, disbursements, payroll, crew allotments, and fund requests.
• Monitor invoicing, statements of account, collections, and account reconciliations.
• Review bank reconciliations and daily cash-balance reports.
• Ensure that accounting transactions are accurately and completely recorded.
• Monitor deadlines and resolve outstanding or unreconciled accounts.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Coordinate with auditors, banks, suppliers, clients, and government agencies.
• Ensure compliance with BIR, SEC, and other regulatory requirements.
• Strengthen internal controls and recommend improvements to accounting procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

About the role

We are looking for an experienced, dependable, and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to lead our accounting team and help ensure the accuracy and timely completion of financial transactions and reports.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and guide the accounting team in their daily activities


• Review accounts payable, disbursements, payroll, crew allotments, and fund requests


• Monitor invoicing, statements of account, collections, and account reconciliations


• Review bank reconciliations and daily cash-balance reports


• Ensure that accounting transactions are accurately and completely recorded


• Monitor deadlines and resolve outstanding or unreconciled accounts


• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports


• Coordinate with auditors, banks, suppliers, clients, and government agencies


• Ensure compliance with BIR, SEC, and other regulatory requirements


• Strengthen internal controls and recommend improvements to accounting procedures

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or a related field


• CPA qualification is an advantage but not required


• At least three to five years of relevant accounting experience, including supervisory or team-lead experience


• Strong knowledge of general accounting, payroll, taxation, bank reconciliation, financial reporting, and audit preparation


• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software


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


• Able to manage multiple deadlines and work effectively under pressure


• Trustworthy, professional, and capable of handling confidential financial information


• Good written and verbal communication skills


• Experience in a manning, shipping, or maritime company is an advantage