Financial Accounting Team Lead

Bernhard Schulte Gmbh; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Benefit

Medical Insurance (HMO)

Life Insurance

Free Uniform

Free Office Lunch

Pro-rated Sick Leave and Vacation

Job summary

Bernhard Schulte Gmbh in the Philippines is seeking a hands-on Financial Accounting Team Lead to manage day-to-day accounts operations and lead a small team of Accounts Officers. You will drive month-end close, IFRS-compliant reporting, and process improvements while coaching staff and ensuring high-quality financial information for stakeholders.

The role requires a CPA advantage, strong IFRS knowledge, and excellent leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• CPA designation is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and accounting principles.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting a plus.
• Experience with international clients and stakeholders is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Accounts Officers and Senior Accounts Officers.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Ensure timely preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Coordinate external audits and ensure internal controls compliance.

Skills

Leadership

IFRS

Excel

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy

CPA designation

IFRS knowledge

Job description

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Financial Accounting Team Lead

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Job Description - Financial Accounting Team Lead

We are seeking an experienced and dependable Accounts Team Leader/ Financial Accounting Team Lead to join our finance group and manage day-to-day accounts operations. The successful candidate will lead a small team, ensure accurate and timely financial processing, drive process improvements, and support month-end and statutory reporting activities.

This role is suitable for a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys coaching colleagues, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and delivering high-quality financial information to stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Accounts Officers and Senior Accounts Officers.
• Monitor team performance against established KPIs and service standards.
• Review work deliverables and provide technical guidance and feedback.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and career development initiatives.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Ensure timely preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and investigate unusual variances.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, company policies, and reporting requirements.

Client Service & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary escalation point for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Build strong working relationships with assigned vessel owners, management companies, and international counterparts.
• Conduct regular service review meetings with stakeholders.
• Ensure service delivery commitments are consistently achieved.

Audit, Compliance & Controls

• Coordinate external and statutory audits.
• Review audit schedules and support responses to audit queries.
• Ensure adherence to internal control procedures and accounting policies.
• Identify and manage accounting and operational risks.

Process Improvement & Digitalization

• Drive process enhancement, standardization, and automation initiatives.
• Support implementation of new technologies and reporting tools.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and client experience.
• Promote best practices across the team.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy or related accounting discipline.
• CPA designation is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and accounting principles.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experience in financial statement preparation and review.
• Exposure to multi-entity accounting.
• Experience dealing with international clients and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of analytical and automation tools
• Experience managing month-end close and audit engagements.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• High attention to detail and quality
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Process improvement mindset
• Client-centric approach

Why You Should Join Us!

We offer a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for career development. By joining us you will enjoy:

Benefits

• Retirement Benefit
• SSS, PagIbig, PhilHealth Contributions Employers 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

• 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