Stella Marinas
Location: Philippines - 100% Remote Job Type: Part-Time Independent Contractor Hours: Approximately 20-30 hours per week Company Location: Maryland, USA About The Role This is a 100% remote independent contractor position for a U.S.-based company. The selected contractor must be physically located in the Philippines and perform all services from the Philippines. This is not a U.S. employment position and does not provide U.S. employee benefits or visa sponsorship. We are a Maryland-based company seeking an experienced Marina Accountant / Bookkeeper in the Philippines to provide ongoing accounting support for multiple marina properties in the United States. This is a part-time, remote independent contractor position specifically for an individual located in the Philippines. The role will support accounting activities ranging from day-to-day bookkeeping through month-end close and financial reporting. We are looking for someone who is comfortable working independently, understands double-entry accounting, can maintain accurate books across multiple entities, and is capable of identifying and resolving accounting discrepancies rather than simply entering transactions. Responsibilities Day-to-Day Accounting & Bookkeeping Maintain accurate accounting records for multiple marina operations and related entities. Record and properly categorize income and expenses.Perform bank and credit-card reconciliations. Manage and reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable. Review transactions for appropriate account coding and supporting documentation. Investigate and resolve discrepancies, missing transactions, and unusual activity. Assist with historical bookkeeping cleanup and corrections as needed. Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation. Assist with system integrations and system changes that impact accounting. Marina & Property Accounting Account for revenue and expenses associated with marina operations. Maintain separate and accurate books for individual properties and related entities. Track property-level operating expenses, repairs and maintenance, utilities, insurance, taxes, and other expenses. Assist with revenue and expense allocations between properties and entities. Reconcile related-party and intercompany transactions. Support property-level financial reporting and management reporting. Develop an understanding of the different revenue streams and expense categories associated with marina operations. Month-End Close Perform bank and balance-sheet reconciliations. Prepare and post journal entries. Record accruals and prepaid expenses. Reconcile intercompany accounts. Review the general ledger for accuracy and completeness. Follow a month-end close checklist and meet established deadlines. Prepare preliminary financial statements and property-level P&L and balance-sheet reports. Identify and communicate unusual variances or accounting issues. Qualifications Required At least 3 years of professional accounting experience. Strong understanding of double-entry accounting. Experience with bank reconciliations and month-end close. Ability to prepare and understand basic financial statements. Strong Excel skills. Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies. Strong written and spoken English. Ability to work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision. Reliable internet connection and a secure work environment. Must be physically located in the Philippines and perform all services from the Philippines. Experience working with U.S.-based companies or clients. Familiarity with U.S. GAAP. Experience accounting for multiple companies, LLCs, or operating entities. Experience with QuickBooks Online. Experience with accrual accounting, fixed assets, intercompany transactions, and financial statement preparation. Experience independently managing or participating in a month-end close process. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is more than a transaction-entry bookkeeper. We are looking for someone who understands the basics of accounting and pays attention to the details of the books. You should be able to recognize when something doesn't look right, do some initial investigation, and bring potential issues to our attention. When appropriate, you should be comfortable making routine corrections or helping determine what needs to be corrected. You should be comfortable managing multiple entities and properties while maintaining consistent accounting practices and documentation. Prior marina experience is not necessary, but strong accounting fundamentals and the ability to learn the specifics of our operations are more important. The contractor will be expected to complete assigned accounting tasks and recurring deliverables within agreed-upon deadlines. This includes meeting established month-end close timelines and communicating promptly when an issue, missing information, or other circumstance may affect a deadline. The role is flexible in terms of when work is performed, but reliability, responsiveness, and timely completion of agreed-upon deliverables are important. Schedule Approximately 20–30 hours per week, with opportunity for more. Flexible schedule. Must be available for some working-hour overlap with U.S. Eastern Time (ET) for communication, questions, and coordination as needed This is a part-time contractor position and is not intended to be a traditional 40-hour-per-week employment position. Compensation Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications. Please include your desired hourly rate in USD when applying. Independent Contractor Position This is a part-time independent contractor position for an individual located in the Philippines. This position is not U.S. employment.The contractor is responsible for their own applicable taxes, registrations, insurance, equipment, internet connection, and other obligations associated with their independent professional activities in the Philippines. The contractor must be physically located in the Philippines while performing services for the company. Any planned change in work location, including plans to perform services while physically present in the United States, must be communicated to the company in advance. No U.S. visa sponsorship is available for this position. Confidentiality & Data Security Because this role involves access to financial and business information, the contractor must maintain a secure working environment and follow company security procedures, including: Use of a secure computer and internet connection. Multi-factor authentication where required. Individual user accounts and credentials. No sharing of passwords or login credentials. Protection of company financial and confidential information. Prompt notification of any suspected security incident or unauthorized access. Pay: Php400.00 - Php580.00 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 – 30.0 per week Benefits Flexible schedule Application Question(s): How many years of professional accounting experience do you have? Have you worked with U.S.-based companies or clients? If yes, please describe your experience. Please describe your month-end close experience. Which parts of the close process have you personally been responsible for? What accounting software have you used? Please specifically indicate your experience with QuickBooks Online. Have you maintained accounting records for multiple companies, LLCs, properties, or entities at the same time? Please describe. Are you currently physically located in the Philippines, and can you perform all services for this position while physically located in the Philippines? What is your desired hourly rate in USD? How many hours per week are you currently available to work? Have you ever worked for a marina employer or client? Work Location: Remote
Stella Marinas
