JUNIOR ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT | VANTAGE SHIPPING LINES
Vantage Shipping Lines is an international shipping company engaged in the commercial and technical management of ocean-going dry bulk vessels. Operating within the global maritime industry, the company manages complex operational and financial activities that require strong analytical thinking, discipline, and professional expertise.
Shipping finance combines international trade, treasury management, asset-intensive investments, and operational decision-making, offering a unique environment for the development of advanced financial and analytical skills.
We are seeking highly motivated graduate or postgraduate students who wish to begin their professional career in Accounting and Finance within the maritime industry.
Vantage Shipping Lines maintains a professional and intellectually stimulating working environment where initiative, analytical thinking, and continuous learning are encouraged. The company values individuals who are motivated to develop strong professional expertise and contribute meaningfully to the team.
THE OPPORTUNITY
This position offers an opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to the daily operations of a professional accounting department within the shipping sector.
The successful candidate will work in close proximity to senior management within the Finance Department, gaining direct exposure to real operational and financial processes while applying academic knowledge to practical business situations.
Due to the level of exposure and responsibility associated with the role, the position is best suited for candidates with strong academic foundations, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine interest in professional development.
RESPONSIBILITIES
•Participation in daily bookkeeping activities and accounting entries
•Execution of the Accounting Department’s administrative and operational tasks
•Assistance in treasury procedures, including bank account reconciliations and preparation of payments
•Support in general ledger reconciliations (clients, vendors, and creditors)
•Assistance in the preparation of internal financial reports
•Support in the preparation of documentation for external reporting and audits
REQUIREMENTS
•BSc or MSc in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Maritime Studies or related fields. Final-year undergraduate students who are expected to graduate within the current academic year are also welcome to apply.
•Strong academic track record
•Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office
•Fluency in English (written and spoken)
•Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic and demanding professional environment
•Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong work ethic
•Military obligations fulfilled
•Knowledge of the shipping industry will be considered an advantage
Professional Development
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL GAIN:
•Exposure to the full operational cycle of an accounting department within a shipping company
•Familiarization with the financial and accounting practices of the maritime sector
•Hands-on experience with International Accounting Standards (IAS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
•Practical exposure to professional accounting and financial management systems
•Direct mentorship from experienced finance professionals
•The company offers a competitive remuneration package and a professional working environment.
The role offers a steep learning curve and the opportunity to build a strong professional foundation for a long-term career in Accounting, Finance, or Shipping Finance.
This role is particularly suitable for graduates who wish to build a long-term professional career in Accounting, Finance, or the maritime industry.
Please include a short paragraph explaining why you are interested in accounting and the maritime industry.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Full time, 1 position.
