Head of Finance at Maersk

Ref.: AT-282611
Location: Onne, Rivers

Key Responsibilities

• Leads the finance function for the terminal through accountability of accounting, control & risk, planning and performance management, corporate governance
• Responsible that business events with a monetary impact are correctly and timely recorded & reported in the relevant systems
• Establishes strategies and initiatives that support the business strategy
• Responsible for ensuring the financial information is reliable, accurate and compliant with all legal requirements
• Responsible for a robust, risk-based internal control framework, enterprise risk management and fraud preventions
• Responsible for management of monetary assets/liabilities and capital structure
• Lead on functional initiatives (e.g. Blueprinting, offshoring, system changes), be innovative to drive them to success.
• Ensure uplifting of finance capabilities and processes, ensure effective and efficient finance function
• Marked contribution in the Management Team of the terminal and the ownership of the financial results of the terminal
• Complexity of environment depending on structure, business, geography and maturity of the market.
• Stakeholder management with functional finance in HQ, the region, board members, external stakeholders
• Inspire, manage, motivate, coach employees and foster interdepartmental communication and collaboration
• Responsible for business intelligence and analytics to support decision making

Requirements
We are looking for:

• Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting of Business Economics. Preferably Auditor/Accountant/Controller (ACCA, RA, CPA or likewise)
• From 15 years of experience with Financial Business Partnering or Controlling on Business unit or Group level. (10-15 years’ experience in finance management roles)
• Expert knowledge of setting of budgets, reporting, inventory control systems and accounting.
• Understanding of the container shipping industry and an ability to relate with shipping company and other associated industry managers.
• Strategic mindset, ability to drive strategic initiatives.
• Ability to provide leadership, present insights, advise, influence, and solve problems. Uses sound judgment and makes decisions based on accurate and timely analysis.
• Effective negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to build relevant networks in the local market