Vessel Accounting & Financial Reporting Specialist

DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD. is seeking an Accountant to support vessel accounting and financial reporting in a global ship management environment.

The role involves preparing vessel accounts, coordinating with vessel owners and regional finance teams, and ensuring timely financial reporting for assigned vessels. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in vessel accounting or ship management, strong Excel skills, and a capable understanding of GL, reconciliations, AP/AR.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business.
• Minimum 2 years of accounting experience, preferably with vessel accounting or ship management exposure.
• Experience preparing vessel reports independently is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of General Ledger, reconciliations, accounts payable, and accounts receivable processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day vessel accounting and prepare vessel reports for assigned vessels.
• Handle portage bill accounting and ensure accurate recording of vessel-related transactions.
• Prepare complete sets of vessel accounts with supporting schedules and reconciliations.
• Review vessel reports for accuracy and respond to queries from vessel owners and internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate with regional finance teams and operational departments to ensure timely submission of financial reports.

Skills

Vessel accounting

Financial reporting

General Ledger

Inter-company reconciliations

Microsoft Excel

Stakeholder comms

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD. is seeking an Accountant to support vessel accounting and financial reporting in a global ship management environment.

The role involves preparing vessel accounts, coordinating with vessel owners and regional finance teams, and ensuring timely financial reporting for assigned vessels. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in vessel accounting or ship management, strong Excel skills, and a capable understanding of GL, reconciliations, AP/AR.