Area Financial Controller

Hapag-Lloyd AG

. Oversight of country financials, including P&L and Balance Sheet .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeDubai • United Arab EmiratesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in financial oversight, including P&L and Balance Sheet management, compliance with IFRS, and cash repatriation strategies. Proficient in financial analysis, budgeting, and leading audits while ensuring adherence to group policies and local regulations.

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Financial OversightIFRS ComplianceAdvanced SAPCPA/CA/ACCA/CMAAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

P&L ManagementBalance Sheet AnalysisFinancial Statement AuditsBudgetingForecastingVariance AnalysisCash Flow ManagementTax ComplianceRisk ManagementData Processing

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationEffective CommunicationLeadership PotentialTime ManagementProactive Attitude

Tools & Technologies

SAPMS OfficeExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACAACCACMA

Industry Keywords

ShippingMaritimeFinancial ComplianceInternal ControlsStatutory Accounts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversight of country financials, including P&L and Balance Sheet
Support for group and regional policies and initiatives
Manage cash repatriation, financial statement audits, and risk management
Support budgeting and forecasting
Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and project support
Handle tax and compliance matters
Escalate issues to the regional team in a timely manner
Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings for countries in scope
Review and challenge country P&L, Balance Sheet, and cash flow positions in line with IFRS and Group policies
Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, provisions, and intercompany settlements
Lead periodic financial performance reviews with countries
Prepare variance analyses and management commentaries for Area leadership
Provide financial insights to support business decisions
Monitor cash flow and liquidity and manage cash repatriation plans
Follow up on overdue receivables
Ensure statutory accounts are prepared, audited, and filed within legal deadlines
Coordinate external audits and address audit findings
Oversee internal audit preparation and remediation
Supervise local tax compliance and serve as the primary contact for tax audits, risk assessments, and local authorities
Ensure adherence to Group accounting, compliance, and internal control policies
Review local processes and controls, identify gaps, and implement remediation
Guide country BA teams on accounting treatment, reporting standards, and finance policies
Coach country BAs and liaise with regional finance teams
Support Area Management with ad hoc analyses and business cases

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years in finance or accounting within shipping or maritime
Degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA, CA, ACCA or CMA preferred
Strong analytical and statistical skill
Commitment to data quality and benchmarking
Advanced SAP and MS Office, especially Excel
Process and systems improvement experience
Accurate data processing under pressure
Self-directed, with initiative
Excellent written and spoken English
Strong planning and time management
Effective cross-functional collaboration
Explains complex data clearly to non-finance audiences
Leadership potential: guides, coaches and influences
Proactive, positive, “can do” attitude
Ownership and commitment to delivery
Team player
Integrity and confidentiality