Associate Financial Analyst

Associate Financial Analyst – GSC FBP

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.

We offer

This role is great for an individual who thrives within a fast paced, performance driven environment. With an exposure to internal and external stakeholders, you will be part of a talented, diverse team where your voice and ideas will be heard, and you can really make a difference.

This role will provide constant challenge, and the scope to learn in an open and friendly atmosphere. It is an opportunity to join a company that values employees, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and personal development.

Role Purpose

The Associate Financial Analyst plays a key role within the GSC FBP team, partnering with GSC Leadership, Regional FBPs, and business stakeholders to support financial planning, reporting, workforce governance, and performance management. The role is responsible for delivering insightful financial analysis, ensuring data integrity, and driving standardization across budgeting, forecasting, cost governance, and reporting processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end Monthly Report (MR) preparation, including GL analysis, variance reporting, stakeholder commentary, and financial performance reviews.

• Support annual budgeting, Rolling Forecast (RoFo), and monthly forecasting activities across GSC functions.

• Monitor and govern SG&A costs, workforce costs, FTE movements, and position-related financial reporting.

• Analyse financial performance, identify key cost drivers, and provide actionable insights to support business decisions.

• Review and validate GL postings, account mappings, cost allocations, and cost center structures to ensure reporting accuracy.

• Perform account reconciliations, reclassifications, and month-end financial controls.

• Prepare management reports, dashboards, presentations, and leadership updates.

• Support workforce planning, position governance, and cost allocation activities.

• Drive process improvements, automation opportunities, and standardisation of FP&A reporting and governance processes.

Key Skills

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Budgeting, Forecasting, and Financial Reporting

• General Ledger (GL) Analysis and Account Reconciliations

• Advanced Excel and Financial Modelling

• Data Analytics and Reporting (Power BI preferred)

• Stakeholder Management and Business Partnering

• ERP and Financial Systems Knowledge

• Strong Analytical, Communication, and Problem-Solving Skills

• Process Improvement and Automation Mindset

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• 5–7 years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, or management reporting.

• Experience working with large datasets, financial systems, and reporting tools.

• Experience in multinational organizations or shared service environments is preferred.

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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