Finance Coordinator

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd.; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. is seeking a highly motivated AR Finance Coordinator to join our international Finance team in Rotterdam. The role focuses on accurate invoice processing, payment allocation, vendor management, and producing management reports.

Candiates must be detail-oriented, capable of cross-functional collaboration, and comfortable working in a fast-paced global environment. Ideal applicants will have experience in finance-related roles, strong Excel skills, and fluency

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in Finance, Accounting, Reporting, and/or Taxes.
• Fluent business English and Dutch.
• Proficient in Excel; SAP experience a plus.
• Accurate, detail-oriented, and reliable.
• Ability to follow procedures and work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounts receivable process, including invoice generation, payment allocation, and customer account maintenance.
• Monitor outstanding balances and proactively follow up on overdue invoices to ensure timely collections.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies with internal stakeholders and clients.
• Prepare AR ageing reports and support cash flow forecasting activities.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with corporate accounting standards and internal controls.
• Support month-end closing activities related to accounts receivable and assist with audits when required.
• Identify opportunities to improve receivables processes and enhance efficiency within the finance function.
• Support the Finance Supervisor with ad hoc reporting, analysis, and finance-related administrative tasks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Professional demeanor

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services is a global container shipping company connecting more than 300 ports across over 90 countries. At ZIM, our culture is driven by a Can-Do mindset, agility, collaboration, and results-driven thinking, empowering people to make a real impact. Looking to kick‑start your career in a dynamic, international environment? We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented (AR) Finance Coordinator to join our Finance team. This position will be responsible for ensuring accurate processing of invoices, payment preparation, vendor management, and the production of management reports. This role requires excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounts receivable process, including invoice generation, payment allocation, and customer account maintenance.
• Monitor outstanding balances and proactively follow up on overdue invoices to ensure timely collections.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies in collaboration with internal stakeholders and clients.
• Prepare AR ageing reports and support cash flow forecasting activities.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with corporate accounting standards and internal controls.
• Support month-end closing activities related to accounts receivable and assist with audits when required.
• Identify opportunities to improve receivables processes and enhance efficiency within the finance function.
• Support the Finance Supervisor with ad hoc reporting, analysis, and finance-related administrative tasks.

Requirements

• Relevant experience in Finance, Accounting, Reporting, and/or Taxes.
• Strong professional demeanor with high reliability, integrity, and analytical skills.
• Precise and detail-oriented, with the ability to follow procedures accurately while maintaining efficiency.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with SAP is an advantage (internal training will be provided).
• Languages: Fluent business English and Dutch (required)

Finance sets the fiscal strategy and oversees monetary aspects to achieve ZIM’s objectives while increasing profitability.

This includes planning, organizing and controlling financial activities, analyzing decision-making processes related to cash flow, investments, risk management and financial statements.