Legal Entity Accountant

Ocean Infinity; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime technology company is looking for a Legal Entity Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting and compliance for its international legal entities. This role is perfect for individuals early in their accounting career wanting to build foundational experience while ensuring precise financial records and supporting audit readiness. The role requires a part-qualified accountant with 1-3 years of experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to resolve financial complexities in a fast-paced environment. Salary up to £40,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in financial accounting or audit support.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and evolving systems.
• Willingness to take ownership and resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate general ledger records for assigned legal entities.
• Prepare and post journals, accruals, and prepayments.
• Support preparation of statutory accounts and audit requests.

Skills

Understanding of general ledger principles

Strong Excel skills

Proactive and organized

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Education

Part-qualified accountant (AAT / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Worker Type

Worker Type: Employee

Application End Date

Application End Date: 05-01-2026

About Ocean Infinity

We are using and creating technology to transform operations at sea to enable people and the planet to thrive.

We are open‑minded, fearless, and have massive ambitions to drag aging industries into the tech era.

We take safety, equality, and education very seriously. Our business is built on the belief that there is a more environmentally responsible way to operate at sea.

We employ people who share our core values and expect them to be courageous, trustworthy, and conscientious.

We offer opportunities for our people to develop beyond their role and span a multitude of disciplines. These are open to all, regardless of background and experience level.

Working with us means being part of a team that harnesses technology and creativity to disrupt a traditional industry.

Role Summary

Ocean Infinity is seeking a diligent and detail‑oriented Legal Entity Accountant to take ownership of day‑to‑day accounting and compliance for a portfolio of international legal entities. This role is ideal for someone early in their accounting career looking to build foundational experience across multiple areas, with a focus on ensuring accurate financial records, supporting audit readiness, and improving control and visibility over entity‑level reporting.

What you will do

• Maintain accurate general ledger records for assigned legal entities, ensuring timely month‑end close in line with group deadlines;
• Prepare and post journals, accruals, prepayments, and intercompany transactions;
• Review postings made by outsourced providers (e.g. PwC) and follow up on queries or corrections;
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding items proactively;
• Support preparation of statutory accounts and audit requests for legal entities;
• Ensure tax and regulatory compliance (e.g. VAT filings, corporate tax coordination) with support from central finance and external advisors;
• Liaise with the group finance team to ensure consistency in coding, policy application, and reporting across entities;
• Maintain a thorough audit trail and documentation of financial transactions and decisions;
• Assist with the integration of NetSuite modules and help transition manual processes into the system;
• Provide ad hoc analysis and support for projects, cost tracking, and internal reporting.

Who you are

• Part‑qualified accountant (AAT / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) or qualified by experience;
• 1‑3 years' experience in financial accounting or audit support;
• Understanding of general ledger principles, reconciliations, and financial close process;
• Strong Excel skills; experience with NetSuite or similar ERP is desirable;
• Proactive, organised, and comfortable with ambiguity and evolving systems;
• Willingness to take ownership and see issues through to resolution;
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively across departments and regions;
• Keen to grow with the business and develop professionally in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.

Salary

Up to £40,000 per annum (salary varies by region and experience).

What you can expect

At Ocean Infinity, we believe in creating equal opportunities for all, celebrating each and everyone's differences. We are driven by transforming the industry through technology, thoughts, behaviours, and actions. Being inclusive and respectful to all is fundamental to who we are. It is the right thing to do and enables innovation and creativity to thrive.