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The Role Supports general ledger accounting, bank reconciliations, cash-flow monitoring, agent and intercompany settlements, tax reporting, financial close, budgeting, forecasting, fixed-asset maintenance, internal controls, and

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system activities. The role prepares financial statements, reconciliations, expenditure analyses, cash-position reports, tax filings, and periodic management reports while coordinating with agents, auditors, and internal departments. Summary Generated by Built In To provide support in areas of banking, cash flow monitoring, GL updating, maintenance of fixed asset registers and monthly, quarterly and annual financial & tax reporting including of Agent's. Responsibilities Handle agent settlements, intercompany invoices and settlements, and accounting document postings, ensuring completeness and proper document scanning and retention. Assist in annual budget preparation, quarterly forecasts, monthly expenditure analysis, quarterly reporting, and ad hoc reports. Assist in preparing financial statements in accordance with local accounting standards and statutory requirements. Prepare monthly reconciliations for prepayments, deposits, provisions, general creditor accruals, and other balance sheet accounts. Ensure accurate and timely completion of month-end, quarter-end, and annual closing and reporting deadlines. Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual corporate tax filings, indirect tax matters, tax risk assessments, and tax audits. Prepare monthly Cash Positioning Reports (CPR), account settlements, applicable tax returns, agent-related charges, and ensure timely remittance of funds to HLAG. Record cash and bank transactions in the GL, perform bank reconciliations, clear suspense accounts, and ensure timely journal entries and GL updates. Monitor cash flow and ensure sufficient operating funds are maintained in the respective bank accounts. Maintain the fixed asset register, perform annual reconciliation with Administration records, and coordinate the annual asset count. Prepare and coordinate the monthly Internal Control Checklist (ICCL), identify control gaps, and recommend corrective measures. Support SAP system maintenance, upgrades, and monitoring, and participate in other projects or tasks as assigned by the supervisor. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related Business Administration field. Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, or MIA are highly recommended. 3-5 years of experience in General Ledger accounting, banking operations, or financial reporting. Shared Service Center/GCC experience is an advantage. Strong knowledge of end-to-end GL processes, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and month-end/quarter-end closing. Experience in bank reconciliations, cash position monitoring (CPR), and intercompany settlements. Good understanding of local tax requirements, including Corporate Tax, SST/GST, and Withholding Tax. Strong working knowledge of

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for accounting postings, system maintenance, and monitoring. Familiarity with Internal Control Checklists (ICCL) and the ability to identify and recommend improvements to strengthen financial controls. Ability to perform expenditure analysis and support budget preparation and quarterly forecasting. Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet strict monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting deadlines accurately and on time. Effective coordination and communication skills when working with agents, internal departments, auditors, and supervisors. Read Full Description Skills Required Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related Business Administration field ACCA, CPA, or MIA professional qualification 3-5 years of experience in general ledger accounting, banking operations, or financial reporting Experience with end-to-end general ledger processes, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and month-end or quarter-end closing Experience with bank reconciliations, cash position monitoring, and intercompany settlements Knowledge of local corporate tax, SST/GST, and withholding tax requirements Strong working knowledge of

SAP FI/CO

for accounting postings, system maintenance, and monitoring Familiarity with Internal Control Checklists and financial control improvement Ability to perform expenditure analysis and support budget preparation and quarterly forecasting Strong attention to detail and ability to meet monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting deadlines Effective coordination and communication skills with agents, internal departments, auditors, and supervisors Hapag-Lloyd Compensation & Benefits Highlights The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Hapag-Lloyd and has not been reviewed or approved by Hapag-Lloyd. About This Summary Fair & Transparent Compensation — Compensation in corporate, finance, and specialized technical roles is often viewed as competitive for the shipping industry and paired with solid overall benefits. Pay in these areas is described as fair relative to role expectations. Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual or performance-based bonuses are a meaningful part of total compensation and can be strong in profitable years, boosting overall satisfaction. Bonus structures are common and contribute to total rewards. Retirement Support — Retirement benefits, including 401(k) plans in some regions, are regarded as solid components of the package. These offerings often sit alongside strong health coverage and paid leave. Learn more about Hapag-Lloyd's Compensation & Benefits → Hapag-Lloyd Insights What's It Like to Work at Hapag-Lloyd? Hapag-Lloyd Culture & Values Hapag-Lloyd Career Growth & Development What's the Work-Life Balance Like at Hapag-Lloyd? Hapag-Lloyd Leadership & Management Hapag-Lloyd Company Growth, Stability & Outlook View all jobs at Hapag-Lloyd View Hapag-Lloyd Profile Report Job