MaerskSealand

Finance Business Partner - Depot

MaerskSealand$160K — $170K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA, CMA, or MBA is an advantage
  • 5-7+ years of experience in Controlling, FP&A, or operational finance roles
  • Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and operational performance drivers in logistics or asset-heavy environments
  • Proven ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP and BI tools, with SAP preferred
  • Continuous improvement mindset, naturally curious, and problem-solving focused

Responsibilities

  • Oversee month-end close activities and ensure accurate revenue recognition and cost allocation
  • Maintain financial controls and governance in compliance with Maersk policies
  • Lead forecasting and budgeting processes to translate operational inputs into financial outlooks
  • Prepare and deliver monthly performance reporting and variance analysis
  • Act as primary finance business partner to depot leadership, providing pricing and investment guidance
  • Collaborate with Accounting, Operations, and Procurement teams to ensure alignment
  • Support audits and contribute to financial governance and process improvements

Benefits

  • Eligible for health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401k match
Full Job Description
What We Can Offer

At Maersk, we're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and able to be themselves. Our team members come from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we value the unique strengths each person contributes.
  • Exposure to complex, end-to-end depot operations within a joint venture environment, offering meaningful insight into how financial decisions directly impact operational performance
  • A role that combines Controlling, FP&A, and Finance Business Partnering, providing broad development across core finance disciplines
  • Opportunities to lead and contribute to finance transformation, standardisation, and automation initiatives aligned with Maersk's global finance strategy
  • A collaborative, flexible working environment that supports work-life balance while enabling strong engagement with operational stakeholders in Houston and across North America


Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee month-end close activities for the Houston Depot Joint Venture, ensuring accurate revenue recognition, cost allocation, and compliance with joint venture accounting requirements
  • Maintain strong financial controls and governance in line with Maersk policies, accounting standards, and JV frameworks
  • Lead forecasting and budgeting processes, translating operational inputs into clear financial outlooks and performance narratives
  • Prepare and deliver monthly performance reporting, KPIs, and variance analysis, highlighting risks, opportunities, and improvement levers
  • Act as the primary finance business partner to depot leadership, providing financial guidance on pricing, investments, operational initiatives, and cost optimisation
  • Partner closely with Accounting, Operations, Procurement, and Global Service Center teams to ensure alignment and effective financial processes
  • Support audits, governance activities, and JV-related financial reviews, while contributing to finance projects and process improvements


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
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA, CMA, or MBA is an advantage
  • 5-7+ years of experience across Controlling, FP&A, Finance Business Partnering, or operational finance roles
  • Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and operational performance drivers, ideally within logistics, depot operations, asset-heavy, or similar environments
  • Proven ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights and influence stakeholders across functions and geographies
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP and BI tools; SAP experience is preferred


Join us as we harness cutting-edge technologies and unlock global opportunities. Together, let's sail towards a brighter, more sustainable future with Maersk.

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: $160,000 - $170,000 USD*

Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, and 401k Match.

*The above-stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors, such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

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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