Maritime Finance Intern - Mentored, Flexible Hours

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement; Philippines; On-site; PHP 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring program

Competitive remuneration

Maritime finance exposure

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement in the Philippines is offering an Accounting Intern position designed to provide hands-on experience in core accounting functions within a maritime finance context.

You will support day-to-day accounting tasks, assist with month-end close, and participate in process improvement initiatives under supervision and mentoring from qualified accountants. This entry-level internship offers practical exposure and a path to junior roles within the finance team.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or related discipline.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (double-entry bookkeeping) and Excel.
• Able to render at least 300 hours and work in Quirino, Malate, Manila.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices, expense claims and supplier payments with accuracy and adherence to procedures.
• Support accounts receivable: prepare customer invoices, reconcile payments, follow up on overdue balances.
• Post journals and assist with bank reconciliations to maintain the general ledger.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities with schedules and variance analysis.
• Assist in preparing financial reports and management packs with complete documentation.
• Support VAT, tax and statutory reporting tasks and assist audits with supporting docs.
• Participate in process improvement projects and document accounting procedures to improve efficiency and control.
• Collaborate with operations, crewing and procurement to resolve accounting queries and allocate charges correctly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Proactive learner

Excel proficiency

Accounting software familiarity

English fluency

Education

Pursuing degree in Accounting / Finance / Business / Economics

Tools

SAP

Navision

Xero

Job description

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement in the Philippines is offering an Accounting Intern position designed to provide hands-on experience in core accounting functions within a maritime finance context.

You will support day-to-day accounting tasks, assist with month-end close, and participate in process improvement initiatives under supervision and mentoring from qualified accountants. This entry-level internship offers practical exposure and a path to junior roles within the finance team.