Associate Controller - ATR, Accounting Specialist

Associate Controller / Accounting Specialist will be part of the Area ATR of NAM organization and will work with wide range of stakeholders within and outside the finance and operations organization.

Associate Controller / Accounting Specialist will be responsible to ensure that the on time and quality book close and controlling the numbers, ICP processes, IFRS and group guidelines are followed. He/ She need to ensure the accounting and reporting is completed in timely and accurate manner. He / She will also be responsible to liaise with auditors.

He/she is expected to act proactively to search for and implement continuous improvements in areas of accounting, controlling and reporting.

So, if you are looking for challenges with a strong urge to take your capabilities further, operating with a global perspective and working with motivated colleagues - this is a great opportunity

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and have been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation, we are redefining the boundaries of possibility, continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.

At Maersk, we believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organization reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve.

With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.

Join us as we harness cutting-edge technologies and unlock opportunities on a global scale. Together, let's sail towards a brighter, more sustainable future with Maersk.

What we offer:

Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the success of our global operations.

Opportunity: Maersk provides ample opportunities for growth and development, both professionally and personally.

Innovation: Join a forward-thinking team that embraces innovation and cutting-edge technologies.

Global Exposure: Collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and gain exposure to international business practices.

Work-Life Balance: We value work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements to support our employees

Key activities/responsibilities would be: 

• Perform monthly book close, controlling and reporting 

• ICP reconciliations and ensure all plugs from previous months are addressed and corrected before monthly reporting 

• Perform month end accounting and reporting activities complying with IFRS, using SAP HANA, BW, OneStream, MS Excel and other process specific tools. 

• Review, validate and update the accounting records, reporting and ensure those are compliant with the IFRS requirements. 

• Liaise and provide timely updates to all the stakeholders  

• Perform Balance Sheet reconciliation and initiate follow-up on the open items  

• Facilitate and ensure timely month close with utmost quality of the financial reporting. 

• Projection of cost, revenue, leases, provision calculation and posting, detailed analysis as part of month end activities. 

• Prepare complex financial reports and review with business 

• Liaise cross functionally to get quality and timely output for various processes. 

• Engage with the Onsite Controllers, FBPs, Regional Controller, FPNA and Head Quarters Finance teams for explanations for management reporting. 

• Adherence to RICC control framework perform secure submission on monthly basis.   

Required Skills and Experience:

• Ready to work in NAM shift time from Evening 4 pm to 1 am. 

• Solid financial educational background and good understanding of control framework. 

• CA with minimum 3+ years of post-qualification experience any other financial qualification with 6+ years of experience within accounting and reporting area, preferably in Revenue accounting and reporting 

• Knowledge of IFRS would be an added advantage 

• Knowledge of CargoWise, Workday, NetSuite, PACE would be an added advantage 

• Flexible to work in any shift, i.e. morning, afternoon or night, stretching during month end periods 
• Proactive, self-motivated and continuously looks for opportunities to improve financial reporting and processes by exploring new approaches and ideas 
• Excellent analytical and structured working method 
• Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory 
• Adapts easily to a fast-changing environment and ability to handle phases with high workload and unplanned activities. 
• Team player - works together with others to achieve results and fosters teamwork. 
• Logistics / Shipping/ Transportation industry experience would be an added advantage but not mandatory.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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