Accounts Officer - Vessel

As an Accounts Officer - Vessel at BSM, you will be responsible for managing the financial operations of assigned vessels, ensuring accurate accounting, timely reporting, and compliance with maritime financial standards. This role is essential in maintaining financial transparency between ship and shore, supporting operational efficiency, and enabling informed decision-making through reliable financial data.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute timely accounting transactions for assigned vessels including invoices, expenses, payments, and payroll

• Prepare and submit periodic financial reports and monitor actual costs against budgets

• Issue client invoices in line with contractual agreements and monitor timely payments

• Raise and reconcile intercompany invoices and balances

• Provide financial data to support management reporting and decision-making

• Develop monthly accounting reports in line with company requirements

• Reconcile accounting transactions and maintain updated ledgers

• Update management accounting systems to support performance evaluation

• Stay informed on changes in accounting legislation and propose improvements

• Monitor compliance with ship management agreements, wage scales, and agent tariffs

• Support internal and external audits by providing required financial documentation

Qualifications & Experience

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience, ideally in ship management or maritime finance

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and financial reporting skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial data handling

• Ability to interpret and apply accounting principles

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Understanding of maritime market conditions

• Fluency in English

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Why You Should Join Us!

We offer a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and meaningful opportunities. By joining us, you will enjoy:

Why You Should Join Us!

We offer a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and meaningful opportunities. By joining us, you will enjoy:

• Career development and opportunities within ship management and maritime finance

• Technical and soft skills training

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage

• Annual performance bonus

• Exposure to international clients, vessels and a diverse workforce

• Flexible opportunities for career progression within the Schulte Group family