Vessel Accountant

Talent-Merge; Singapore; On-site; SGD 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent-Merge is seeking a Vessel Accountant in Singapore to join our team. The ideal candidate has vessel accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced maritime environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining vessel accounting records, preparing monthly vessel accounts and financial reports, processing invoices, performing reconciliations, and supporting month-end/year-end closes.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in accounting/finance.
• 2–3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in shipping.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting systems; shipping software advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records for assigned vessels.
• Prepare monthly vessel accounts and financial reports.
• Process supplier invoices, vessel expenses, and crew-related costs.
• Perform bank, vendor, and account reconciliations.
• Track vessel operating expenses against approved budgets.
• Prepare reports for vessel owners and ensure expenses are correctly recorded.
• Work with vessel managers, procurement, crewing teams, and vendors on accounting matters.
• Check payment documents and arrange payments for approved expenses.
• Support month-end and year-end closing, including accruals and journal entries.
• Assist with audits and ensure accounting procedures and controls are followed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisation

Time management

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Shipping accounting software

Job description

We're Hiring: Vessel Accountant!

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Vessel Accountant to join our team in Singapore. The ideal candidate will have experience in vessel accounting, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive on accuracy and enjoy working with numbers, this role could be perfect for you!

Salary: Up to S$4,500 per month

Responsibilities

1. Maintain accurate accounting records for assigned vessels.
2. Prepare monthly vessel accounts and financial reports.
3. Process supplier invoices, vessel expenses, and crew-related costs.
4. Perform bank, vendor, and account reconciliations.
5. Track vessel operating expenses against approved budgets.
6. Prepare reports for vessel owners and ensure expenses are correctly recorded.
7. Work with vessel managers, procurement, crewing teams, and vendors on accounting matters.
8. Check payment documents and arrange payments for approved expenses.
9. Support month-end and year-end closing, including accruals and journal entries.
10. Assist with audits and ensure accounting procedures and controls are followed.

Requirements

1. Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
2. At least 2–3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in shipping, ship management, or maritime companies.
3. Good knowledge of accounting, reconciliations, month-end closing, and financial reporting.
4. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems; experience with shipping accounting software is an advantage.
5. Detail-oriented with good communication, organisation, and time-management skills.