Marine Accountant

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Location: Mumbai

JobType: full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Manage proforma payments, registration of incoming final disbursement accounts (DAs), and handling of separate invoices.
• Review, validate, and process final DAs in line with port tariffs, Statements of Facts (SOFs), Charter Parties (CPs), and agency agreements.
• Prepare and finalize statements of account with agents, ensuring timely reconciliation and settlement.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies and procedures, including accurate account coding within systems such as Veson IMOS and HarborLab.
• Coordinate closely with Operations, Port Operations, Finance teams, and external agents or suppliers to resolve queries and discrepancies.
• Follow up on clarifications related to disbursements, invoices, and supporting documentation.
• Lead or support key initiatives and process improvement projects within the Port DA function.
• Manage key accounts, including agents and charterers, serving as the primary point of contact for accounting-related matters.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of port disbursements and associated marine costs.
• Excellent numerical aptitude and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Sound judgment and decision-making capabilities with a structured, thorough approach.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Clear and professional communication skills for collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Charter Party terms and marine accounting practices.
• Experience with Veson IMOS and the Microsoft 365 suite is an advantage.
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills are essential.