area Financial ControllerMaersk Global Service Centres Philippines Limited

The role of Area Finance Controller at GSC is a vital position as part of the regional ATR structure. This role independently handles the finance and accounting of an area covering all business segments such as Ocean, LnS, APMT IS etc. Manages a team to deliver the day to day accounting. Ensures true and fair view of financials are published effectively. This role is the prime focal at GSC for the Area finance leadership to represent ATR.
We offer
Maersk being the global leader in the industry, you'll have the opportunity to work for a large global organization and get exposure to excellent processes and systems. You will join an organization that offers a challenging and rewarding career where everyone's contribution is valued and rewarded.
On leadership and mentoring, Maersk has a nurturing management culture. Throughout their career, your leaders will support your ideas and provide necessary advice and training. You'll be given the opportunity to prove yourself, as well as challenging work that develops your abilities.
On career development, there are wide range of roles in Maersk and Maersk has a very good career mobility program that establishes a culture of priority consideration to internal candidates and to encourage employees to take responsibility for managing their careers whether to move laterally or vertically.
Key responsibilities
The role of Area Finance Controller at GSC is a vital position as part of the regional ATR structure. This role independently handles the finance and accounting of an area covering all business segments such as Ocean, LnS, APMT IS etc. Manages a team to deliver the day to day accounting. Ensures true and fair view of financials are published effectively. This role is the prime focal at GSC for the Area finance leadership to represent ATR.
Specific responsibilities:
Timely closure of books of accounts and reporting of financials.
Maintain Financial Data Integrity of Agency & Principal books for respective Business Area / Entity
Manages day to day accounting, and Leads a Team
Engages with Area CFO/FIN MGR on performance measurement
Participates in / supports Audits and Promotes good accounting practice in assigned accounts
Provides analytical support to higher level Finance leadership teams
Active participation and collaboration with interdependent teams for driving improvements in ATR
Exhibit a mind-set of business value realisation & optimization
Proactively highlight any performance / process gaps and room for improvement, and follow up with relevant stakeholders.
Eye for automated solutions for the ATR transformation roadmap and ensure solutions are well understood by the team, thereby ensuring seamless execution
Liaise with other teams in GSC like COEs, HQ etc to represent the area
We are looking for
Excellent communication & collaboration skills, clear, direct and focused communication at multiple organization levels.
Analytical mindset with strong root cause analysis & problem-solving skills
Self Driven, Result oriented and able to work under pressure
Manage and act proactively in complex situations
Strong focus on quality
Open to change and ability to overcome obstacles with out of box thinking
Degree in Accounting/Audit/Finance or equivalent with understanding of GAAP and IFRS guidelines.
Professional qualification is a must.
8 to 10 years of prior experience in accounting & reporting
Microsoft office proficiency (advanced excel is a must)
SAP experience
Experience in delivering results through others (both direct & indirect report)
Experience in management reporting, financial controlling and analytical work.