Join our Vessel Finance team to lead end-to-end financial management for a fleet of managed vessels.

This is a key role supporting ship operations, owners, auditors, and cross-functional maritime teams. You will oversee full vessel accounting, cash flow management, team supervision, and accurate financial reporting for both in-house and third-party managed vessels.

Key Responsibilities

1. Oversee Vessel Financial Operations

• Lead full spectrum of accounting for in-house and 3rd-party vessels, including month-end close and reporting accuracy.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reports to shipowners.

2. Vessel Cash Flow Management

• Manage Cash-to-Master arrangements and monitor vessel operating expenses.
• Maintain vessel cash flow planning, budgeting, and forecasting.

3. Team Leadership

• Supervise, guide, and develop Fleet & Crew Accountants to ensure timely deliverables and compliance with accounting standards.

4. Financial Controls & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, statutory requirements, and maritime finance standards.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, bankers, and classification of accounts for annual audit preparations.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Fleet Managers, Crewing, Procurement, and General Manager to support vessel operations.
• Communicate with shipowner finance teams on vessel financial matters.

Requirements

Experience & Knowledge

• Minimum 8 years of Accounting/Finance experience, including vessel accounting or ship management exposure strongly preferred.
• Strong financial reporting, variance analysis and cost-control capabilities.
• Skilled in accounting software and advanced MS Excel.

Skills & Education

• High attention to detail, strong professionalism, adaptability, and ability to work cross-culturally.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy or related discipline.
• Proficiency in English; additional languages such as Filipino or basic Chinese advantageous.