Assistant Accounts Manager

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Benefit

Healthcare benefits

Life Insurance

Free Uniform

Free Lunch

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Hybrid setup

Compassionate Leave

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Birthday Leave

Birthday Allowance

Medical Reimbursement

Wedding Gift

Eyeglasses

Job summary

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM) is seeking an Assistant Accounts Manager in the Philippines to oversee efficient accounting operations for SMC, ensuring compliance with local tax and accounting standards. The role demands accurate ledger management, timely reporting, and strong controls across billing, payroll, and cash flow.

Responsibilities include reviewing financial statements, cash position, and payments; coordinating tax filings; supporting audits; and developing staff through

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance or Accounting; CPA preferred.
• 8–10 years experience, ideally in Ship Management.
• Fluency in English and strong accounting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Reviews ship-owner financial statements and reports for timeliness and accuracy.
• Manages cash flow, payments, and vessel-related accounts; supports operations.
• Ensures records align with policies and general ledger; maintains proper cost information.
• Monitors management accounting systems and cost reporting for performance evaluation.
• Prepares cash flow forecasts and collaborates with departments on cash needs.
• Coordinates tax filings and financial statements with compliance to local laws.
• Participates in audits and implements corrective actions.
• Keeps updated on regulatory changes and improves policies and processes.
• Leads training and development of subordinates; supports salary progression.

Skills

Automated reporting

Maritime accounting

Financial analysis

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Maritime market knowledge

People management

Maritime law

English fluency

Education

Finance/Accounting degree, CPA preferred

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

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Assistant Accounts Manager

Company : Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement Job Type : Full Time Philippines

Job Description - Assistant Accounts Manager

As an Assistant Accounts Manager at BSM, you will be responsible in controling the efficient accounting operation of the SMC and handles all accounting activities in order to ensure the compliance of the SMC with the local tax and accounting legislation and standards. Oversees the completion of ledger accounts and controls that the accounting department operates under the relevant procedures and processes of BSM.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviews all ship-owner financial statements and other accounting reports, ensuring they are timely and accurately prepared in accordance with relevant client contracts and agreements, to maintain compliance with accounting procedures, obligations, and respective flag ownership legislation.

• Reviews monthly technical variance reports and cash position statements for vessels under SMC’s management, and handles the prompt settlement of all vessel-related accounts/payments (e.g., invoices, crew payroll), supporting smooth vessel operations.

• Assures that accounting records are prepared and maintained in line with BSM accounting policies, chart of accounts, and related accounting principles and practices, ensuring subordinate ledgers reconcile with the general ledger. Safeguards effective implementation and maintenance of management accounting systems to provide prompt and adequate cost and financial information for control and evaluation.

• Monitors the effective implementation and maintenance of management accounting systems, ensuring timely and adequate information on costs and financial transactions for performance control and evaluation.

• Contributes to the handling and forecasting of SMC’s weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual cash flow, supports preparation of cash flow reports, and collaborates with other departments to forecast future cash flow requirements, enhancing efficient operations and fair utilization of financial resources.

• Monitors and controls the timely and accurate execution of payments due, identifies potential discrepancies, and provides analytical reporting to SMC management, liaising with relevant departments for resolution to strengthen company cash flow.

• Ensures accurate issuance of invoices and cheques, and their prompt execution, to comply with payment obligations and contractual agreements.

• Coordinates and develops all required tax and financial statements according to schedule, ensuring timely submission for review to comply with local legislation and company standards.

• Participates in external and internal audits, providing required information to auditors for accurate and fast execution, and follows up on corrective actions.

• Keeps up-to-date with changes in accounting legislation, reviews departmental operations, and proposes improvements in policies, procedures, and guidelines. Upon approval, implements enhancements to ensure smooth workflow and compliance with local and international accounting standards.

• Coordinates, coaches, and motivates subordinates through training, development, performance management, and salary progression, ensuring staff have the knowledge, skills, and support to perform effectively and contribute to the department’s short- and long-term objectives.

Education & Qualifications:

• University degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent, ideally a licensed CPA

• At least 8-10 years of work experience, ideally in Ship Management

Job-Specific Skills:

• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems

• Good Knowledge of Maritime Accounting legislation

• Ability to analyse financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections.

• Advanced analytical and conceptual thinking

• Attention to detail

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Knowledge of the local/regional maritime market conditions

• Very good people management skills

• Knowledge of the maritime legal framework e.g. employers’ obligations, recruitment prerequisites etc.

• Fluency in English

Why You Should Join Us!

We offer a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and meaningful opportunities. 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