Vessel Accountant, Singapore

An established international ship management company is seeking a detail-oriented Vessel Accountant to join its Finance team in Singapore.

The successful candidate will be responsible for vessel accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, monitoring vessel operating expenses and supporting the financial management of assigned vessels.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage daily vessel accounting activities, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR) and preparation of full sets of vessel accounts.

• Handle vessel accounting reports and Portage Bill accounting.

• Prepare and submit fund requests to shipowners, ensuring timely follow-up and monitoring of payments received.

• Compile accurate vessel financial reports with supporting documentation within stipulated deadlines.

• Review vessel accounting reports and address queries raised by shipowners.

• Coordinate with internal departments and overseas finance teams to ensure timely completion of financial reports.

• Perform reconciliations of intercompany transactions and vessel account balances.

• Prepare management information system (MIS) reports and financial data for management and head office.

• Assist with SOX compliance reviews, year-end audits and preparation of supporting audit schedules.

• Provide additional accounting and administrative support to the Finance Department as required.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline.

• Minimum 2 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in vessel accounting or ship management.

• Good knowledge of vessel accounting procedures and financial reporting.

• Experience preparing vessel reports independently is highly preferred.

• Familiarity with Portage Bill accounting and intercompany reconciliation is an advantage.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate with shipowners and internal stakeholders.

• Detail-oriented, proactive and capable of meeting reporting deadlines.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to gain exposure to international vessel accounting operations.

• Collaborative working environment with regional and overseas finance teams.

• Career development opportunities within the maritime industry.

Interested candidates are invited to apply with their updated resumes. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.