Detail-Oriented Accounting Assistant | AP/AR Reconciliations

COLUMBIA Shipmanagement Ltd.; Manila; Hybrid; PHP 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

COLUMBIA Shipmanagement Ltd. is seeking an Accounting Administrative Assistant in Manila to support the Finance Team with day‑to‑day accounting tasks, the safekeeping of documents (invoices, vouchers), and licensing remittance processes to ensure compliance and smooth operations.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, 1–2 years of accounting experience, strong attention to detail, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting software or ERP

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• 1–2 years accounting/finance experience; internships for fresh grads considered.
• Understanding of AP/AR and bank reconciliation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with accounting software or ERP is a plus.
• Strong detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Maintain integrity, confidentiality, and accuracy of information.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, file, and safekeep accounting documents (invoices, bills, vouchers).
• Process over‑the‑counter remittances for licensing and other transactions.
• Support accounts payable/receivable schedules and petty cash.
• Liaise with banks, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Reconcile licensing transactions and related tasks.
• Encode and maintain records in accounting systems and spreadsheets.
• Prepare reports for management review.
• Ensure compliance with audit and regulatory requirements (e.g., BIR, SEC).
• Provide general admin support for accounting operations.

Skills

Communication

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Independent work

MS Office

ERP system

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

MS Office

Accounting software/ERP

Job description

COLUMBIA Shipmanagement Ltd. is seeking an Accounting Administrative Assistant in Manila to support the Finance Team with day‑to‑day accounting tasks, the safekeeping of documents (invoices, vouchers), and licensing remittance processes to ensure compliance and smooth operations.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, 1–2 years of accounting experience, strong attention to detail, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting software or ERP