Accounting Assistant | freight forwarding accountBoutique Outsource Solutions

Are you ready to kickstart your career in a company that values work-life balance and champions career growth? If you're an ambitious individual eager to gain exposure in the BPO industry, we have the perfect opportunity for you.
We have a brand-new opening as a pioneer staff member for our newest client, a well-established International Freight Forwarder in Australia, and New Zealand. We are currently seeking an Accounting Assistant to join our dynamic team!
SNATCH THESE AMAZING BENEFITS IF YOU GET HIRED:
A competitive compensation package
25 days of paid leave benefit
HMO coverage on day 1
Travel and meal allowances
Rice, drinks, and snacks provided for all employees
Other bonuses
A fun work environment that promotes work-life balance
Entertainment and gaming area in the office!
Basketball and volleyball games monthly
Karaoke Fridays
DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU?
Possess a degree in Accounting, Financial Management, or in any related field.
Minimum of two years hands-on experience in an accounting-related role within a Freight Forwarding company is required.
Solid understanding of the Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes.
Experience with any of the following platforms is preferred but not required:
EDI Systems, SAP, and/or QuickBooks
CargoWise
Arrow Accounting and/or Harmony ERP software.
Excellent proficiency in both verbal and written English.
Typing speed of at least 45 words per minute with an accuracy rate of 95% and above.
Proficient in using Windows environment applications - Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access.
Highly motivated, adept at problem-solving, and customer focused.
A willingness to thrive in a fast-paced work setting.
Detail-oriented, well-organized, and adept at analytical thinking.
Effective team members, particularly in dynamic situations.
Capable of working independently with limited supervision.
Willing to work full-time onsite in Ortigas, Pasig
ROLE OVERVIEW
Responsible for receiving, reviewing, and processing invoices to ensure proper documentation and approval.
Oversee account reconciliations, manage collections, and consistently provide updates on daily exchange rates.
Generate precise and professionally crafted invoices, strictly adhering to quality assurance metrics.
Take charge of developing and consistently maintaining regular reports as part of the reporting process.
Take proactive measures to identify and resolve issues before the scheduled invoice due date.
Undertake the preparation of both accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions in a meticulous manner.
Conduct a thorough review of past due accounts and proactively initiate contact with customers to facilitate collection processes.
Foster and enhance working relationships by building strong connections with key client contacts.
Undertake any additional tasks or responsibilities as may be required to contribute to the overall efficiency of operations.