Finance Specialist

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Key Responsibilities

• Perform Bank Reconciliation; ensure no open items and maintain complete backup.
• Process SGEA, bunker, brokerage, and other vendor invoices accurately and on time.
• Conduct AP/AR review; clear customer and supplier open items weekly.
• Post all month-end entries (AP, AR, Prepaid, SGNA costs).
• Provide audit documentation and ensure timely closure of audit requirements.
• Complete monthly GRC control submissions through Archer.
• In Aspect: post supplier AP and customer AR invoices; action Email BA; process recharge, provisional, prepayment, COA, and freight-related invoices.
• Handle credit/debit notes, invoice reversals, and AR overdue follow-ups.
• Support movement of AR invoices to AP bookings and daily interface monitoring.
• Work with traders, operators, and approvers for bunker trading-related validations.
  

Key Metrics / Performance Indicators

• On-time & accurate reconciliations.
• ICP plug within limit and justified.
• Timely VAT and GRC submissions.
• Invoice creation-to-due date SLA compliance.
• POT % adherence (Processing on Time).
• Accurate month-end closing and invoice posting.
  

Required Skill Set

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of end-to-end accounting (AP, AR, GL).
• Expertise in reconciliations and mismatch resolution.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle).
• Understanding of VAT processes and ITX submissions.
• Experience in Aspect (Trade Control system) preferred.
• Bunker trading exposure (SGNA, freight, debunker confirmations).
• Knowledge of GRC controls and audit compliance.
  

Core Competencies

• Analytical Thinking & Problem-Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Financial Accuracy & Documentation Skills
• Stakeholder Communication & Collaboration
• Ownership & Accountability
• Business Acumen
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in accounting, trade control, or settlement roles (shipping/trading preferred).