MaerskSealand

Capex Controller - Project Finance

MaerskSealand$95K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in finance/accounting, ideally in project environments
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and IFRS standards
  • Proven analytical skills for complex financial data
  • Excellent communication skills for senior stakeholder engagement
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities

Responsibilities

  • Oversee financial governance of capital projects through budgeting and reporting
  • Develop project cash flow forecasts based on team inputs and investment plans
  • Track actual investment vs budget for timely financial insights
  • Ensure compliance with finance policies and reporting requirements
  • Review asset capitalization and payment schedules with accounting teams
  • Support change management by assessing financial impacts of project changes
  • Assist in risk management by identifying and tracking financial risks

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career growth within APM Terminals
  • Exposure to diverse projects across regions and asset portfolios
  • Emphasis on safety and a supportive working environment
  • Focus on continuous improvement and innovation in processes
Full Job Description
APM Terminals

As a Capex Controller at APM Terminals, you will play a critical role in ensuring the financial success of high-impact infrastructure projects that enable global trade. You will partner closely with project teams and senior stakeholders to oversee capital investments end-to-end-driving accurate budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial governance.

This role is ideal for a finance professional who enjoys working at the intersection of project execution, financial control, and continuous improvement, and who wants to see their work directly influence long-term value creation across our terminals.

Key Responsibilities
• Oversee the financial governance of capital investment projects, including budgeting, forecasting, accounting, cash flow planning, and reporting
• Develop and manage project cash flow forecasts using inputs from project teams, contract terms, and approved investment plans
• Track and report actual project investment against budget, ensuring data accuracy, visibility, and timely financial insights
• Ensure compliance with APM Terminals finance policies, CFO guidelines, concession agreements, and shareholder reporting requirements
• Review capitalization of fixed assets, accruals, supplier invoices, and payment schedules in collaboration with Accounting and Asset Delivery teams
• Support change management by evaluating financial impact of scope or budget changes and preparing business cases and scenario analyses
• Contribute to risk management activities by supporting identification, quantification, and tracking of project-related financial risks

What We Are Looking For
Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a strong mindset of continuous improvement - someone who is naturally curious, committed to solving problems at the root, and driven to make things better every day
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, preferably supporting project implementation or capital investment environments
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and IFRS accounting standards with demonstrated experience in capitalization and project accounting
• Proven ability to analyze complex financial data, identify deviations, and provide clear, fact-based recommendations
• Effective communicator who collaborates well with cross-functional teams and can engage confidently with senior stakeholders
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with discretion and confidentiality

Safety & Values

Safety reflects APM Terminals' core values. We promote constant care throughout all our operational activities, strive for higher standards through innovation, and actively coach our teams to support a safe working environment across all areas of the organization. You will be expected to embed safety and governance thinking into financial decision-making and daily project support.

Career Opportunities

This role provides a strong foundation for continued growth within APM Terminals. Possible next career steps include similar Capex or Project Finance roles on other APMT projects, offering broader exposure across regions and asset portfolios.

Location: Elizabeth, NJ
Salary: $95K - 130K

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About MaerskSealand

Maersk Sealand is a Danish shipping company that provides container shipping services. The company was founded in 1904 and is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark. Maersk Sealand is a subsidiary of A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, a global conglomerate that operates in various industries including shipping, logistics, and energy. Maersk Sealand has a fleet of over 700 vessels and serves clients in various industries including retail, automotive, and healthcare.
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