Accountant

At NORDEN, we are not just navigating the seas—we are innovators in global trade. Become a part of our 154-year-old start-up where innovative concepts meet effective implementation, and your ideas contribute to a more sustainable and efficient shipping industry.

So, if you are ready to take your accounting career to the next level and contribute to financial accuracy in a culture that emphasises purposeful engagement and substantial decision-making in a well-established company that offers considerable growth potential - NORDEN might be ideal for you.

What you will do and be part of
With over 150 years of heritage and a modern mindset at heart, NORDEN is one of the world’s leading operators in global shipping. We blend our rich history with innovative practices, applying digital solutions to address logistical challenges while prioritising sustainability and community well-being.

This position will place you in an engaged, motivated and detail-oriented Finance team in Singapore inspired by NORDEN’s core principles, where the role of data in our decisions is significant. Close collaboration and knowledge sharing across departments will enable you to be a skilled accountant and ensure your professional growth.

Why you will enjoy working here
Culture is a cornerstone at NORDEN, so it is important that you find our culture the right match for you – and the other way around. You will enjoy working in NORDEN if you identify with below tasks and statements:

• Accounting excellence – You are motivated by engaging with people to do accounting and finalising monthly results for overseas subsidiaries.

• Real business contributions – You will be involved in preparing and posting journal entries, performing balance sheet reconciliations and intercompany transactions and supporting audit readiness and ensuring tax and GST compliance.

• Resourceful & innovative work – Your ideas matter. We emphasise swift actions and welcome innovative ideas.

• Friendly culture – No silos, no egos. Just smart, collaborative people. You will collaborate closely with people on a global scale.

• Purpose-driven work – Contribute to smarter, greener global trade.

What you bring
You do not need shipping experience – we value a growth mindset and a solution-focused attitude. The ideal candidate will bring:

• A degree in Accounting or Finance.

• Experience with group accounting, intercompany transactions, and reconciliation processes.

• Knowledge of overhead/administration cost booking using dimensions (e.g., project codes).

• Proficient Excel skills and a basic understanding of ERP systems (we use Microsoft Business Central).

• Can self-read on VAT/TAX of the overseas subsidiaries.

Application
Please upload your English written application, resume, transcript and other relevant documents through our website as soon as possible and no later than 1 August 2025. We review applications and interview candidates on an ongoing basis.

We will do our best to get back to you at least within five working days after the application deadline.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Our company
NORDEN is a global provider of ocean-based freight services for bulk and project cargo of all sizes. We integrate freight solutions with port logistics, helping our customers to optimise and decarbonise supply chains. We provide tailored solutions based on flexibility, reliability and intelligence. Our agile business model ensures stability by continuously adapting our fleet to market developments and customer needs.

Founded in 1871, NORDEN is one of Denmark’s oldest internationally operating shipping companies. Incorporated in Denmark, we are listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen as a part of the OMX Nordic Large Cap index.

With 19 offices across 6 continents, NORDEN is a truly integrated part of global trade.