Finance Specialist

Job Description

At Maersk, we are a global leader in integrated logistics, pioneering the industry for over a century. Our commitment to innovation and transformation continuously redefines the boundaries of what’s possible—setting new benchmarks for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.

We believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning, and strive to ensure our people reflect the customers we proudly serve. With a workforce of over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade.

Purpose of the role To ensure accurate and timely execution of accounting, reconciliation, invoicing, VAT submissions, GRC controls, and settlement activities within MOT. The role also supports bunker trading operations and Aspect workflows to maintain precise financial records and compliance.

You will be Responsible for:

• Performing bank reconciliations, ensuring no open items, and maintaining complete supporting documentation.
• Processing SGEA, bunker, brokerage, and other vendor invoices accurately and within timelines.
• Conducting AP/AR reviews and clearing customer and supplier open items on a weekly basis.
• Posting all month-end journal entries, including AP, AR, prepaid, and SGNA costs
• Providing audit documentation and ensuring timely closure of audit requirements.
• Completing monthly GRC control submissions through Archer.
• Managing supplier AP and customer AR invoice postings in Aspect, including Email BA actions, recharge, provisional, prepayment, COA, and freight-related invoices.
• Handling credit/debit notes, invoice reversals, and AR overdue follow-ups.
• Supporting the movement of AR invoices to AP bookings and monitoring daily interfaces.
• Collaborating with traders, operators, and approvers for bunker trading-related validations.

Key Metrics / Performance Indicators

• On-time & accurate reconciliations.
• ICP plug within limit and justified.
• Timely VAT and GRC submissions.
• Invoice creation-to-due date SLA compliance.
• POT % adherence (Processing on Time).
• Accurate month-end closing and invoice posting.

Required Skill Set

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of end-to-end accounting (AP, AR, GL).
• Expertise in reconciliations and mismatch resolution.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle).
• Understanding of VAT processes and ITX submissions.
• Experience in Aspect (Trade Control system) preferred.
• Bunker trading exposure (SGNA, freight, debunker confirmations).
• Knowledge of GRC controls and audit compliance.

Core Competencies

• Analytical Thinking & Problem-Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Financial Accuracy & Documentation Skills
• Stakeholder Communication & Collaboration
• Ownership & Accountability
• Business Acumen

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in accounting, trade control, or settlement roles (shipping/trading preferred).

What We Offer:

• Impact: Be part of a team that directly contributes to global operations.

• Opportunity: Unlock professional and personal growth through diverse career pathways.

• Innovation: Work with a team that embraces technology and continuous improvement.

• Global Exposure: Collaborate across geographies and cultures.

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your well-being

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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