Accounting Executive – Freight and Logistics

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Philippines.

📋 Description

• Oversee the complete set of accounts up to the audit stage, ensuring that financial records are accurate and prepared in a timely manner.

• Supervise Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable operations, which include processing invoices, postings, reconciliations, and coordinating payments.

• Maintain the company cash book and produce precise bank reconciliation statements.

• Direct all AR tasks, including the posting of invoices, processing credit notes, entering daily receipts, and completing month-end closing activities.

• Generate Statements of Account and follow up on any outstanding balances.

• Track and report on the status of debt collection to both the Branch Manager and Head Office.

• Evaluate customer credit applications, including conducting background and credit assessments.

• Manage Accounts Payable tasks, such as invoice verification, postings, reconciliations, and payments.

• Oversee office expenditures and staff claims, ensuring timely and precise disbursements.

• Prepare and deliver financial statements and reports for management review.

• Provide financial insights and analyses to facilitate business decision-making.

• Communicate with banks regarding banking-related issues.

• Collaborate with external auditors and tax consultants for audit preparation and tax return submissions.

• Assist in and oversee administrative tasks related to finance and accounting within the company.

• Supervise 1–2 accounting personnel, ensuring effective delegation of tasks and clear expectations.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 4 years of relevant accounting experience in a similar position, overseeing full-cycle accounting operations in the freight, logistics, or supply chain sectors.

• Demonstrated experience in managing Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions, including invoice postings, credit notes, reconciliations, and payment processing.

• Proven track record in managing collections, Statements of Account, and monitoring debt, with the capability to track and report on receivables status.

• Extensive experience in maintaining cash books, conducting bank reconciliations, and overseeing cash flow.

• Skilled in preparing financial statements, financial reports, and management analyses, with a strong ability to investigate discrepancies.

• Experience in audit preparation, managing audit schedules, and collaborating with external auditors or tax consultants.

• Knowledge of fixed asset management, including asset tracking, depreciation, and disposals.

• Familiarity with coordinating banking-related matters with banks or financial institutions.

• Capability to process financial documents such as commissions, expense claims, and operational expenditures.

• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, along with a keen attention to detail.

• Ability to supervise and mentor junior accounting staff while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Advanced English communication skills (C1 level or equivalent), both in writing and verbally.

• Willingness to work a night shift schedule.

🏝️ Benefits

• HMO & Leave Credits: Enjoy healthcare benefits and the opportunity to utilize accrued leaves starting from your third month.

• Supportive Remote Environment: Collaborate from home with a team that values growth and mutual success.

• Seamless Onboarding & Training: Quickly acclimate with a structured program and client-specific training designed to establish you as a subject matter expert in your designated workflows.