OSM Thome, is the result of a merger that was activated in 2023 between the OSM Maritime Group and the Thome Group.

OSM Thome currently employs approximately 31000 people at sea and onshore, maintains 30+ offices in various locations across continents, and manages around 1000 vessels.

The company’s core services are (Full) Ship and Crew management. In addition, we offer several other Ancillary Services, including OSERV Catering, New Building Supervision, Dry Docking, Ship Repair and Maintenance, Port Agency Services, Maritime Insurance, Medical Services, and others.

As the leading provider of technical and digital asset management services to the offshore and maritime industry, we work closely with our customers and partners to ensure their success 24/7.

The reason we deliver outstanding services is first and foremost down to our people. Both onshore and offshore, OSM Thome has always been driven by a strong team spirit, and a united drive to deliver superior performance. We care about employees, and it is shown in their performance.

OSM Thome is a forerunner in promoting a greener shipping industry by actively engaging and managing sustainable initiatives towards the environment and the community. Aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, OSM Thome ensures that policies, strategy, and sustainability initiatives are strictly followed to pursue consistent growth and opportunities in the shipping industry while adhering to its environmental ideals.

Vessel Controller (m/f)

Location: Zadar

Responsibilities:

The Vessel Controller is responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting for a fleet or group of vessels/customers. This role ensures financial accuracy, compliance with OSM Thome standards, and alignment with customer expectations. The Vessel Accounting Controller liaises closely with technical and operational teams, provides strategic financial insights, and ensures sufficient funding and working capital management. Additionally, this position provides training and feedback to vessel accountants to drive process improvements.

Duties:

1. Financial Reporting & Variance Analysis:

Prepare and submit financial reporting for assigned fleet/customers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Review actual vs. budget performance, identifying overspending and improvement areas.
Make accruals for missing costs based on trend analysis, prepayments, and supporting systems (e.g., Eye-share).

2. Liaison & Coordination with Technical & Operations Teams:

Provide relevant financial insights to the technical team and ensure financial report completion.
Conduct monthly financial meetings with Technical and Operations teams to review vessel performance.
Ensure that financial reports include proper comments before being shared with external customers.

3. Customer Interaction & Support:

Follow up and respond to customer queries regarding financial reports and budget variances.
Ensure that customer financial requirements (budgeting, forecasting, reporting) are met in a timely manner.

4. Fund Management & Working Capital Monitoring:

Ensure sufficient funding is requested and follow up on collections.
Send first reminders for outstanding funding payments.
Monitor working capital levels, requesting additional funding when necessary.

5. Budgeting & Forecasting:

Prepare and oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for assigned vessels/customers.

6. Team Training & Process Improvement:

Provide training and feedback to vessel accountants, ensuring compliance with OSM Thome standards.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in vessel accounting.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of duties. These may change, or new ones may be assigned, with notice, at any time.

Required Qualifications and Experiences:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, ACCA, or equivalent certification preferred.
Experience: Experience in vessel accounting, with a minimum of two years in a supervisory or financial control position. Candidates without prior experience may also be considered, provided they demonstrate a strong willingness to learn and a positive attitude.
Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of ship management financial reporting, working capital management, and customer financial requirements.
Financial & Analytical Expertise: Strong ability to analyze financial data, identify variances, and make strategic recommendations.
Communication & Stakeholder Management: Ability to liaise effectively with customers, technical teams, and operations teams.
Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Proactive approach to resolving financial issues and optimizing vessel performance.
Time Management & Organization: Ability to manage multiple reporting deadlines and priorities.
Technical Proficiency: Experience with financial software (SAP, Oracle, or maritime ERP systems), Excel, and financial modelling.
Leadership & Mentorship: Ability to train and guide vessel accountants to maintain high reporting standards.

Core Values

Safety
Transparency
Relationships
Innovation

If you are qualified and enthusiastic about joining our team, please apply via application link.

Vessel Controller (m/f)

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