Manager, Finance
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)

The Finance Manager is responsible for daily oversight and monitoring of the finance and accounting activities assigned to themselves and/or their team. Additionally, the Finance Manager provides guidance, training, and consultation to employees and finance team members regarding their specific financial services and recruitment of staff as needed. Managers may also be responsible for the maintenance and administration of financial accounting systems supporting their assigned function and maintenance of processes and internal controls within their assigned area.

What You Will Do:

• Preparation of periodic budgets and forecasts for the Region(s).
• Guides in the preparation of statutory accounts and tax returns for ABS and its subsidiary companies.
• Guide in the preparation of returns relating to personal property, license, annual reports and other miscellaneous returns for ABS and its subsidiary companies.
• Coordination and administration of external audits.
• Provide in-depth analysis and reporting of financial information to senior management for purposes of making informed decisions and evaluating performance.
• Maintain relationships with important vendors, service providers and business partners.
• Participate in cross functional and/or multi-jurisdictional teams and projects across the ABS organization as needed.
• Train, supervise, provide guidance, and coordinate the work of the financial staff while assuming accountability for service delivery.
• Collaborate within the ABS organization to identify and resolve business issues.
• Drive value and efficiency in assigned processes while minimizing risk and cost.
• Maintain an effective internal controls environment by ensuring that FSG Policy and Procedural Statements are adhered to in assigned area. Drive the FSG strategy by identifying and implementing innovative solutions and services to improve and simplify processes.

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent in accounting or finance.
• A minimum of seven (7) years' previous accounting and tax experience in an international service or manufacturing company environment, with some experience in a financial management position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Disciplined in relevant accounting or financial concepts and principles.
• Technically proficient with financial and accounting systems / software.
• Capacity to analyze, interpret, and report financial data.
• Good interpersonal skills for dealing with internal and external clients.
• Good managerial skills in the areas of team leadership, development, organization, planning and implementation.
• Knowledge of computerized accounting systems, preferably Oracle.
• A thorough knowledge of ABS and its businesses and processes is also beneficial to providing maximum effectiveness in this position.
• Obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Management System.

Reporting Relationships:

The incumbent reports directly to the Director of Finance. May have individual contributors report to them.

ABOUT US

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.

ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We're at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.

About Our Benefits

ABS Bureau proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to, medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays, and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Bureau also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.

Equal Opportunity

ABS Bureau is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.

Notice

ABS and Affiliated Companies (ABS) will not pay a fee to any third-party agency without a valid ABS Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by Human Resources. Any resume, CV, application, or other forms of candidate submission provided to any employee of ABS without a valid MSA on file will be considered property of ABS, and no fee will be paid.

Other

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job. #ogjs

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