Port DA Specialist

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Location: Mumbai, BKC

JobType: full-time

As a Port DA Specialist in Marine Accounting, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end Port Disbursement Accounts (DAs) that support global marine operations. This role sits at the center of operational and financial coordination, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance in all port-related financial activities. You will work closely with internal teams and external agents to handle proforma and final DAs, resolve discrepancies, and maintain strong financial controls. The role requires a high level of attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders while ensuring timely and accurate settlements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage proforma DA payments, registration of incoming final DAs, and associated invoices
• Review, validate, and process final DAs in line with port tariffs, Statements of Facts (SOF), Charter Parties (CPs), and agency agreements
• Finalize statements of accounts with port agents and ensure timely settlement of dues
• Ensure strict adherence to internal policies, procedures, and correct accounting practices
• Perform accurate account coding and processing within marine accounting systems such as Veson and HarborLab
• Coordinate closely with Operations, Port Operations, Finance, and external agents or suppliers
• Follow up on discrepancies, clarifications, and missing documentation to ensure closure
• Support or lead process improvement initiatives and special projects within the Port DA function
• Manage key accounts, including agents and charterers, acting as the primary point of contact
• Maintain clear documentation and contribute to financial transparency across departments

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Strong understanding of port disbursement accounts and marine cost structures
• Solid knowledge of port tariffs, SOFs, CP terms, and marine accounting practices
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong attention to detail with a structured and methodical approach to work
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication skills for interacting with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Sound decision-making capability with a focus on accuracy and compliance
• Experience using marine accounting or operational systems such as Veson IMOS is an advantage
• Comfortable working with digital tools and productivity suites such as M365
• High level of proficiency in written and spoken English