Vessel Accountant

Tap Growth ai; Singapore; On-site; SGD 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Tap Growth ai in Singapore is seeking a detail-oriented Vessel Accountant to maintain vessel accounting records and produce monthly reports.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of shipping or maritime accounting experience, proficiency in Excel and shipping software, and strong accuracy and time-management skills. Responsibilities include reconciliations, payments, month-end closings, audits support, and collaboration with vessel managers and procurement teams.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of relevant accounting experience in shipping or maritime

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate vessel accounting records.
• 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.
• Assist with audits and ensure accounting procedures and controls are followed.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Time-management

Organisation

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Shipping accounting software

Accounting systems

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.