Management Accountant - Maritime Technology & Intelligence (Hybrid)
About Pole Star:
As the leader in maritime intelligence, Pole Star Global empowers better decision-making and protects clients’ business interests, assets, seafarers, vessels, cargo, infrastructure, investments, profitability, and reputation through provision of high-performance, cyber-secure solutions underpinned by immense service and constant technological innovation.
We have our offices located in London, USA, Singapore, Hong Kong and Panama, alongside presence in Australia. Our Teams are made up of over 19 nationalities, speaking 25 different languages. Quality is a core value that is at the heart of everything we do, driven by a team of highly motivated and driven quality professionals who work with diverse programmes for Shipping businesses, Financial Markets and Governments.
The Opportunity:
As Management Accountant at Pole Star Global, you will play a pivotal role in delivering accurate and timely financial statements. We are looking for a confident and collaborative candidate with some supervisory experience, as this role will oversee three assistant accountants globally in addition to being responsible for the month end process that will be reviewed by the financial controller on a monthly basis.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise and work closely with the three Assistant Management Accounts globally.
- Oversee the day to day & month- end close process, review balance sheet reconciliations, whilst ensuring accuracy throughout.
- Manage the monthly intercompany matrix, payroll reconciliation, and R&D matrix.
- Work closely with HR and relevant departments to address any payroll-related issues.
Month- End- Close:
- Ensure the Month End Close is complete in each region, whilst providing assistance when required, and looking into any variances.
- Coordinate with internal teams to resolve any discrepancies & streamline processes.
Financial Reporting:
- Preparing timely and accurate financial statements for review & ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards.
- Be involved with global level audits, with an expectation to liaise with external auditors during annual audits, whilst ensuring a smooth and efficient process.
- Address audit queries, whilst ensuring all relevant information is provided in a timely manner.
Financial Systems Enhancement:
- Contribute to the improvement of financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency.
- Stay abreast of technological advancements to ensure the adoption of best practices.
- Newly qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Experience SAP One would be a plus.
Education Requirements:
- ACA/ACCA/CIMA
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
- Salary: up to 60k (DOE)
- Flexible working (Hybrid - Come in when it makes sense but you must be commutable to London)
- Health and dental insurance
- Life insurance, company funded to 3x salary
- Discretionary Bonus
- Employee assistance program
- 25 days annual leave
- 5 wellness days
- Subsidised gym membership
- Up to a 5% matching pension
- Refer-a-friend recruitment bonus
- Unlimited learning and development opportunities
Pole Star Global is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and including in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws.
*This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at the sole discretion of the Employer*