Accountant

G2 Ocean is one of the world’s largest ship operators within the open hatch segment and an expert in cargo handling, trade management and global port operations.

The company’s fleet consists of around 95 open hatch vessels which operate 32 trade routes on six continents. In total, G2 Ocean completes nearly 3,000 port calls to more than 60 countries each year.

Examples of commodities carried by G2 Ocean include Pulp, Paper and Forest Products, Aluminum, Steel, and Industrial Minerals. The company is also a specialist in moving project cargo. With over 300 dedicated and experienced employees in 15 locations around the world, G2 Ocean has the resources and in-depth local knowledge necessary to support industries all over the world with their logistics requirements.

With high passion and expertise, G2 Ocean works diligently every day to ensure that the cargo of its customers is transported to its destination safely and efficiently.

For more information, please visit our website: https://g2ocean.com

The accountant is a member of the Finance and Accounting team and has a functional reporting line to Accounts Supervisor / Process Owner. Responsible for conducting accounting and period end reporting tasks according to Gearbulk Internal Control System for Finance and Accounting department.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily finance and accounting operations and period-end activities in accordance with Gearbulk's Internal Control System and established procedures.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality delivery of finance and accounting activities in line with reporting deadlines.
• Support compliance with Gearbulk's Internal Control System and finance policies.
• Provide backup support to other Finance & Accounting team members during absences or transition periods.
• Assist in maintaining and updating work instructions, process documentation, and operating guidelines.
• Identify opportunities to improve work processes and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support the achievement of departmental objectives and other tasks assigned by the line manager.
• Collaborate effectively with Finance and Accounting colleagues across Gearbulk and G2 Ocean to ensure efficient and consistent financial operations.

Responsible for the invoice registration process.

• Scanning and registration of invoices.
• Verify correct registration and accounting of invoices

Responsible for the invoice workflow process

• Sending invoices to the workflow approval system
• Monitor invoices in the workflow approval system
• Updating of the invoice workflow process

Responsible for maintaining and updating the supplier register in the accounting system

• Supplier/Vendor Set up (SERTICA/MS DYNAMICS)
• Address and ensure correct bank set-up for payment

Vendor Accounts Reconciliation:

• Reconcile vendor monthly Statements and Related Transactions
• Attend to Vendor Enquiries, Payment status, etc.

Invoice Settlement:

• Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date
• Assist in Payment Run (Building of payment batches)

Bank Reconciliation

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Prepare bank reconciliation reports and investigate reconciling items.

Other Responsibilities

• Support internal and external audit requirements.
• Provide ad hoc accounting and finance support as required.

Knowledge and Skill requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Minimum of four (4) years of relevant professional accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls, and reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and is familiar with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365) and accounting software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines, particularly during month-end and reporting periods.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders.