Accountant Assistant

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and has 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 organisation 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

This is an exciting career opportunity to work in a multinational, Global 500 company that makes global trade happen. You will be interacting daily with colleagues internationally, giving you the opportunity to develop your professional skills in a global environment. We provide support for you to shape your own career by achieving expertise and learning on the job.

• Lead and develop a team responsible for critical accounting and financial operations activities.
• Work in a collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning and professional growth.
• Contribute to operational excellence through process improvement and problem-solving initiatives.
• Gain exposure to global finance operations and cross-functional stakeholder collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations and ensure timely completion of team deliverables.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and invoicing activities.
• Monitor financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Support cost accounting activities, including cost allocation, analysis, and variance reporting.
• Assist in budget preparation, monitoring, and reporting to support business performance management.
• Resolve operational issues by applying established processes and selecting appropriate solutions within area of expertise.
• Set priorities, provide guidance to team members, and ensure work is completed to agreed standards and timelines.

What We Are Looking For

• Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a thoughtful improvement mindset—curious about how work gets done and motivated to make meaningful, sustainable improvements over time.
• Experience in accounting operations, finance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or related financial disciplines.
• Practical knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls, budgeting processes, and cost accounting methodologies.
• Ability to work independently within established guidelines while managing multiple priorities and operational deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate alternatives and implement effective solutions.
• Experience leading or supervising employees, including workload planning, prioritisation, and performance support.
• Proficiency in financial systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

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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