As an Accounts Officer - Vessel Accounting at BSM, you will be responsible for managing the financial operations of assigned vessels, ensuring accurate accounting, timely reporting, and compliance with maritime financial standards. This role is essential in maintaining financial transparency between ship and shore, supporting operational efficiency, and enabling informed decision-making through reliable financial data.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute timely accounting transactions for assigned vessels including invoices, expenses, payments, and payroll

• Compiling of monthly, quarterly and annual Statements of Accounts in accordance with HGB regulations and local requirements 

• Booking of all relevant transactions for your assigned vessels in accordance with the individual contracts

• Provide financial data to support management reporting and decision-making

• Develop monthly accounting reports in line with company requirements

• Reconciliation of business accounts, clarifying differences and coordination with the internal ordering departments

• Update management accounting systems to support performance evaluation

• Stay informed on changes in accounting legislation and propose improvements

• Monitor compliance with ship management agreements, wage scales, and agent tariffs

• Support internal and external audits by providing required financial documentation

Qualifications & Experience

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience, ideally in ship management or maritime finance

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and financial reporting skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial data handling

• Ability to interpret and apply accounting principles

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Understanding of maritime market conditions

• Fluency in English

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Why You Should Join Us!

We offer a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and meaningful opportunities. By joining us, you will enjoy:

• The option to choose up to three benefits from our benefits catalogue, including contribution to our canteen, Deutschlandticket, bike leasing (JobRad), childcare (KITA contribution), fitness contribution, and more.

• Flexible working hours and a 10‑days‑per‑month work‑from‑anywhere entitlement.

• Annual leave of 28–30 days (depending on length of service).

• An open‑door policy and flat hierarchies.