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Maersk • India, Chennai, 600116 | India

Associate Finance Controller

Employment type:  Full time
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Job Description

The role of Associate Finance Controller at GSC is a vital position as part of the regional ATR structure. This role independently handles the finance and accounting of an area covering all business segments for the entity. Ensures a true and fair view of financials is published effectively.

Responsibilities:

  • Timely closure of books of accounts and the Associate Finance Controller role at GSC is a vital position within the accounting and reporting of financials.

  • Maintain Financial Data Integrity of Agency & Principal books for respective Business Area / Entity

  • Manages day to day accounting, and leads a Team

  • Engages with Area CFO/FIN MGR on performance measurement

  • Participates in / supports Audits and Promotes good accounting practice in assigned accounts

  • Provides analytical support to higher-level Finance leadership teams

  • Active participation and collaboration with interdependent teams for driving improvements in ATR

  • Exhibit a mind-set of business value realisation & optimisation

  • Proactively highlight any performance/process gaps and room for improvement and follow up with relevant stakeholders.

  • Eye for automated solutions for the ATR transformation roadmap, and ensure

  • solutions are well understood by the team, thereby ensuring seamless execution

  • Liaise with other teams in GSC, like COEs, HQ, etc., to represent the area.

    Who we are looking for :

  • Excellent communication & collaboration skills, clear, direct and focused communication at multiple organization levels.

  • Analytical mindset with strong root cause analysis & problem-solving skills

  • Self-Driven, Result oriented and able to work under pressure

  • Manage and act proactively in complex situations

  • Strong focus on quality

  • Open to change and ability to overcome obstacles with out of box thinking

  • Degree in Accounting/Audit/Finance or equivalent with an understanding of GAAP and IFRS guidelines. A professional qualification is a must.

  • 8 to 12 years of prior experience in accounting & reporting

  • Microsoft Office proficiency (advanced Excel is a must), SAP experience

  • Experience in delivering results through others (both direct & indirect reports)

  • Experience in management reporting, financial controlling and analytical work.

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.

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com.

Company benefits

Open to part time work for some roles
Open to compressed hours
In house training
Health insurance
Dental coverage
Mental health platform access
Compassionate leave
Life assurance
Annual bonus
Referral bonus
Employee assistance programme
Employee discounts
Adoption leave
Private GP service
Buy or sell annual leave
Religious celebration leave
401K
Annual pay rises
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Learning platform
Mentoring
Enhanced maternity leave
Shared parental leave
Women’s health leave
L&D budget
Professional subscriptions
Lunch and learns

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100,000+

Gender diversity (m:f):

65:35

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