We are looking for a Corporate & Commercial Accountant

We are strengthening our finance function and are looking for a Corporate & Commercial Accountant who wants to work closely with the business. This is a key role for someone who thrives at the intersection of accounting, analysis and commercial insight – and who is motivated by contributing to decisions that shape our operations.

About the role 

We are looking for a structured and business-oriented Corporate & Commercial Accountant who will play a central role in the company's financial reporting and commercial follow-up. 

This is not a pure accounting role. You will work closely with the operational and commercial environment and contribute with insights that influence decisions. The role requires both precision and the ability to see the big picture. 

Responsibilities 

Among other things, you will: 

• Be highly involved in quarterly and annual reporting, including commercial and operational results in close collaboration with operational environments  

• Ensure high quality and compliance in financial reporting to management, authorities and external stakeholders  

• Follow up and optimize working capital, liquidity and cash flow, including efficient distribution of funds  

• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (IFRS) and tax regulations across jurisdictions  

• Work closely with auditors in connection with auditing of annual accounts and tax returns. 

• Be responsible for commercial accounts receivable. 

• Drive continuous improvement of financial processes, systems and reporting structure, main administrator of accounting system, with increased use of digital tools  

• Contribute analysis and decision support to commercial and operational functions.  

Qualifications 

We are looking for you who have: 

• Master's degree in economics/accounting - relevant experience can compensate for education. 

• Solid experience in accounting, preferably from shipping or similar international business  

• Good understanding of IFRS and financial reporting requirements  

• Interest in and experience with analysis tools (ERP, Excel, Power BI or equivalent)  

• Strong analytical ability and high degree of accuracy  

• Interest in tax, including shipping-related taxation and VAT  

• Good English skills, both written and oral  

Personal qualities 

To succeed in the role, we believe that you: 

• Is self-motivated and takes initiative  

• Have a structured and solution-oriented work style  

• Thrives at the intersection of finance and commercial operations  

• Contributes positively to collaboration across academic environments  

You can make independent decisions within your own area of responsibility, based on good judgement and a solid understanding of applicable regulations and internal management principles. You take ownership of your own deliveries, challenge established working methods when it creates value and make sure to raise issues of significant importance in a clear and professional manner. 

Why this role? 

This is a role for you who want a solid and long-term platform for further development in finance and accounting. 

With us, you will be part of an established and professional environment in an international shipping company with clear traditions and a high professional standard. The role gives you responsibility for key financial deliveries, while at the same time giving you good insight into the business and how finance, operations and commercial assessments are connected in practice. 

You will work closely with experienced colleagues in an environment characterized by collaboration, quality and continuity. At the same time, you will have the opportunity to contribute to improvements in processes and working methods over time. 

This is a position for you who value predictability, professional weight and the opportunity to build expertise in a company with a long-term perspective. 

KGJS offers in a global, fast changing and dynamic industry: 

• An interesting and challenging position in a well-established company 

• Opportunity to contribute and to shape your role as the company evolves in the dry bulk segment  

• Good working environment with focus on employee’s wellness and work-life balance 

• Open and inclusive company culture  

• Competent and professional organization 

• Competitive compensation package 

This is an opportunity for you who want a role with both professional depth and real business impact, in a company with strong traditions and a long-term perspective. We look forward to receiving your application. Candidates will be evaluated on an ongoing basis, and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Kristian Gerhard Jebsen Skipsrederi AS (KGJS) is a family-owned Norwegian shipping company headquartered in Bergen. The company was established in 1967 and is part of the Kristian Gerhard Jebsen Group. KGJS has several decades of experience in international shipping, with a clear focus on dry bulk through Bulk Trading Group (BTG). As of today, the company owns 8 Kamsarmax bulk carriers. 

The company is built on a strong maritime heritage characterized by long-term thinking, high professional standards, and responsible ownership. At the same time, KGJS is a modern shipping company with a focus on operational efficiency, professional commercial management, and continuous improvement. Our vision is simple: setting the standard.