Finance Business Partner (Shipping/Maritime)

caliber8; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime industry leader is seeking a Finance Business Partner to oversee financial operations and manage budgeting and cost analysis. The successful candidate will have a degree in finance or accounting, relevant maritime experience, and strong analytical skills. This role requires close collaboration with various stakeholders and proficiency in Excel. Preference is given to Singapore citizens or PR holders. Join an established company to make a significant impact in financial management.

Qualifications

• Degree or professional qualification in finance, accounting, or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience in the maritime industry.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support financial oversight of operational and asset related costs.
• Track and review expenditure to ensure accurate recording.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and periodic cost reviews.
• Prepare financial reports and schedules for internal review.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team oriented

Education

Degree or professional qualification in finance or accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

Finance Business Partner (Shipping/Maritime)

Our client is an established player in the maritime industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Support financial oversight of operational and asset related costs across the business
• Track and review expenditure to ensure accurate recording and alignment with internal policies
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and periodic cost reviews
• Analyse variances and cost trends, flagging key movements to relevant stakeholders
• Prepare financial reports, schedules, and analysis for internal review
• Work closely with operational, technical, and external partners to validate financial inputs
• Support month end close activities including reconciliations and accruals
• Contribute to process improvements, controls, and documentation initiatives
• Assist with audits, reviews, and ad hoc finance projects as needed

Key Requirements

• Degree or professional qualification in finance, accounting, or a related discipline
• Relevant experience in a maritime industry
• Exposure to cost management, budgeting, or operational finance activities
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Comfortable working with financial systems and Excel based analysis
• Able to communicate clearly with both finance and non finance stakeholders
• Organised, hands on, and able to manage multiple workstreams
• Team oriented with the ability to work independently when required
• Singapore citizen or PR only.