Analyst, PTP

A.P. Moller - Maersk; Chennai District; On-site; INR 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Impact

Growth opportunities

Innovation

Global exposure

Work-life balance

Job summary

Maersk is seeking a diligent accounting professional to support day-to-day accounting and administrative operations in Chennai. You will ensure accurate financial transactions, maintain compliance, and assist in cost analysis and budgeting processes.

The role emphasizes routine processing, teamwork, and continuous learning within a global logistics leader. Growth opportunities and a balanced work environment are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, accounting, or a related discipline.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Knowledge of standardized accounting and administrative procedures.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work with routine processes and follow established guidelines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring transactions comply with regulations and standards.
• Managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, invoicing, cost accounting, and budget accounting as applicable.
• Allocating and analyzing direct and indirect costs and supporting actual-versus-budget cost variance analysis.
• Supporting the development and monitoring of annual revenue and expense budgets to control funds.
• Performing technical, administrative, and operational tasks to support accounting and business operations.
• Executing activities within defined processes, standards, and procedures.
• Working independently on tasks of limited scope within defined boundaries.
• Applying standardized work routines to complete responsibilities accurately.
• Identifying and resolving routine issues independently and escalating non-routine problems.
• Applying job-related training and experience to accounting and administrative activities.
• Supporting operations teams through accurate and timely execution of tasks.
• Adapting to established processes while making departures when required to resolve issues.
• Developing job and business knowledge through training and hands-on experience.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce

Tools

MS Office

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.

Join us as we leverage cutting-edge technologies and create global opportunities. Let’s sail together towards a brighter, more sustainable future with Maersk.

Purpose of the role

The role is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting and administrative operations by executing standardized processes accurately and efficiently, while ensuring compliance with applicable accounting principles, regulations, and company policies. The position involves handling routine financial and operational activities, resolving issues within defined guidelines, and escalating non-routine matters when required.

You will be Responsible for:

• Overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring financial transactions are processed accurately and in compliance with applicable regulations, accounting principles, and established standards.
• Managing accounting activities related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, invoicing, cost accounting, and budget accounting, as applicable to the assigned area.
• Allocating and analyzing direct and indirect costs and supporting actual-versus-budgeted cost variance analysis.
• Supporting the development and monitoring of annual revenue and expense budgets to help control funds and measure operating performance.
• Performing skilled technical, administrative, and operational tasks to support accounting and business operations.
• Executing specialized activities within defined processes, standards, and established operating procedures.
• Working independently on tasks of limited scope and complexity while exercising judgment within defined boundaries and guidelines.
• Applying standardized work routines, methods, facts, and information to complete assigned responsibilities accurately and efficiently.
• Identifying and resolving routine issues independently while escalating non-routine or complex problems to experienced colleagues or supervisors.
• Applying job-related training and on-the-job experience to execute accounting and administrative activities effectively.
• Supporting operational teams through accurate, timely, and efficient execution of assigned accounting and administrative tasks.
• Adapting to established processes and procedures while making appropriate departures from standard processes, where required, to resolve operational issues.
• Developing job and business knowledge through training, hands-on experience, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Knowledge of standardized accounting and administrative procedures.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work with routine processes and follow established guidelines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel.

What We Offer:

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