American Bureau of Shipping
Finance Director - Intercompany Transformation London, United Kingdom Job Description The Finance Director role directs an organization's financial policies, oversees financial functions such as accounting, budget, credit, insurance, tax, and treasury. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. What You Will Do Lead a project, the purpose of which is to: Eliminate historic intercompany balances within the organization, except those which are required to stay in place for regulatory, funding or other overarching commercial requirements; and Develop a process and policy by which such balances can be documented and then settled / offset as appropriate. Although this role has no direct reports, you will have the full support of the CFO and other senior leaders within the finance organization. It is therefore expected that you will lead a project team from different disciplines, from both within the finance organization and outside, where needed (e.g. legal) to obtain the necessary data and information and to execute the necessary transactions and related documentation. Further, you will be supported by a network of advisors who have worked with the organization for a number of years and are well acquainted with the operations of ABS. Although the role is primarily based in the UK, the team supporting the project will be located in numerous offices around the world. In addition, it may be required to travel on occasion to Houston, Tx, US or other locations to work in situ with local accounting teams and to provide updates to the senior finance leadership team. What You Will Need Education and Experience University degree or recognized equivalent. A minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in financial management. Experience of managing and delivering complex, cross functional, international projects. ICAEW or equivalent affiliation preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Extensive accounting experience in an international environment with experience in a senior financial management position. Excellent managerial skills in the areas of team development, organization, negotiation, relationship building, planning, and implementation. Highly developed analytical, supervisory and interpersonal skills. Good knowledge of MS Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of computerized accounting systems, preferably Oracle. Exceptional oral and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely to various levels of management. Familiarity with foreign taxation and foreign exchange issues. Obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Management System. Reporting Relationships The incumbent reports to the Director of Tax who is leading this project internally. As stated above, there will be no direct reports but the project team will consist of individuals from many backgrounds. About Us 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. Job Info Job Identification 4444 Job Category Finance & Accounting Posting Date 06/11/2026, 02:29 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 111 Old Broad Street, London, EC2N 1AP, GB
Finance Director - Intercompany Transformation London, United Kingdom Job Description The Finance Director role directs an organization's financial policies, oversees financial functions such as accounting, budget, credit, insurance, tax, and treasury. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. What You Will Do Lead a project, the purpose of which is to: Eliminate historic intercompany balances within the organization, except those which are required to stay in place for regulatory, funding or other overarching commercial requirements; and Develop a process and policy by which such balances can be documented and then settled / offset as appropriate. Although this role has no direct reports, you will have the full support of the CFO and other senior leaders within the finance organization. It is therefore expected that you will lead a project team from different disciplines, from both within the finance organization and outside, where needed (e.g. legal) to obtain the necessary data and information and to execute the necessary transactions and related documentation. Further, you will be supported by a network of advisors who have worked with the organization for a number of years and are well acquainted with the operations of ABS. Although the role is primarily based in the UK, the team supporting the project will be located in numerous offices around the world. In addition, it may be required to travel on occasion to Houston, Tx, US or other locations to work in situ with local accounting teams and to provide updates to the senior finance leadership team. What You Will Need Education and Experience University degree or recognized equivalent. A minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in financial management. Experience of managing and delivering complex, cross functional, international projects. ICAEW or equivalent affiliation preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Extensive accounting experience in an international environment with experience in a senior financial management position. Excellent managerial skills in the areas of team development, organization, negotiation, relationship building, planning, and implementation. Highly developed analytical, supervisory and interpersonal skills. Good knowledge of MS Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of computerized accounting systems, preferably Oracle. Exceptional oral and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely to various levels of management. Familiarity with foreign taxation and foreign exchange issues. Obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Management System. Reporting Relationships The incumbent reports to the Director of Tax who is leading this project internally. As stated above, there will be no direct reports but the project team will consist of individuals from many backgrounds. About Us 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. Job Info Job Identification 4444 Job Category Finance & Accounting Posting Date 06/11/2026, 02:29 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 111 Old Broad Street, London, EC2N 1AP, GB
American Bureau of Shipping
Ferry & Roll-on/Roll-off Passenger (RoPax) Business Development Lead London, United Kingdom and 4 more Be the First to Apply Job Description The Ferry & Roll-on/Roll-off Passenger (RoPax) Business Development Lead is responsible for supporting the development and execution of ABS' Business Development (BD) strategy for the ferry and RoPax market, aligning client needs, market opportunities, and industry trends with ABS capabilities to support growth. Based in Europe, this role will help strengthen ABS' market presence and client engagement across the ferry and RoPax sector. Location London Anthens, Greece Genoa, Italy Istanbul, Turkey Rotterdam, Netherlands What You Will Do Support the development and execution of business development plans for the ferry and RoPax market to grow ABS' presence and commercial opportunities. Identify and pursue opportunities across new construction, vessel conversion, retrofit programs, decarbonization initiatives, digitalization, and lifecycle support services. Build and maintain relationships with owners, operators, shipyards, suppliers, industry associations, and key stakeholders across the ferry and RoPax market. Partner with business development and internal teams to support proposals, client engagement, and pursuit of new business opportunities. Represent ABS in client meetings, trade events, conferences, and other industry forums to strengthen market visibility and relationships. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, regulatory developments, and client needs to inform strategy and commercial priorities. Provide market insight to support the development and promotion of ABS services relevant to ferry and RoPax operations. Support key account activities and help promote ABS services and capabilities throughout the business community. What You Will Need Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent required. MBA or equivalent preferred. Seven (7) or more years of related experience. Experience in one or more relevant sectors, including ferries, roll on/roll off passenger vessels, RoPax, passenger vessels, commercial marine, shipbuilding and repair, or related maritime services. Experience in business development, market strategy, client engagement, or commercial support within the maritime industry is strongly preferred. Experience in the European ferry and RoPax market is strongly preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong understanding of ferry and RoPax market dynamics, including fleet renewal, sustainability, emissions reduction, operational efficiency, safety, and regulatory developments. Demonstrated technical and/or commercial expertise related to vessel operations, shipbuilding, retrofit activity, classification, certification, or marine services. Sound business judgment and the ability to identify and support commercial opportunities. Excellent communication and relationship building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both commercial and technical stakeholders. English language fluency required to conduct detailed business and technical communication at a professional level. Ability to develop a working knowledge of ABS Rules, Guides, statutory regulations, and related instructions, as well as the ABS Employee Safety Policy. Additional European language capability is a plus. Reporting Relationships This role is considered manager level reporting to the Global Passenger Lead. This role has a competitive base salary and additional bonus and benefits. 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. Job Info Job Identification 4438 Job Category Business Development Posting Date 06/17/2026, 12:55 AM Job Schedule Full time Locations 111 Old Broad Street, London, EC2N 1AP, GB 1, Sachtouri Str. & Posidonos Ave., Kallithea GR Edificio Millo, Genoa, 16128, IT Boompjes, Rotterdam, 3011 XB, NL Fahrettin Kerim Gokay Cad, Istanbul, 34662, TR
Ferry & Roll-on/Roll-off Passenger (RoPax) Business Development Lead London, United Kingdom and 4 more Be the First to Apply Job Description The Ferry & Roll-on/Roll-off Passenger (RoPax) Business Development Lead is responsible for supporting the development and execution of ABS' Business Development (BD) strategy for the ferry and RoPax market, aligning client needs, market opportunities, and industry trends with ABS capabilities to support growth. Based in Europe, this role will help strengthen ABS' market presence and client engagement across the ferry and RoPax sector. Location London Anthens, Greece Genoa, Italy Istanbul, Turkey Rotterdam, Netherlands What You Will Do Support the development and execution of business development plans for the ferry and RoPax market to grow ABS' presence and commercial opportunities. Identify and pursue opportunities across new construction, vessel conversion, retrofit programs, decarbonization initiatives, digitalization, and lifecycle support services. Build and maintain relationships with owners, operators, shipyards, suppliers, industry associations, and key stakeholders across the ferry and RoPax market. Partner with business development and internal teams to support proposals, client engagement, and pursuit of new business opportunities. Represent ABS in client meetings, trade events, conferences, and other industry forums to strengthen market visibility and relationships. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, regulatory developments, and client needs to inform strategy and commercial priorities. Provide market insight to support the development and promotion of ABS services relevant to ferry and RoPax operations. Support key account activities and help promote ABS services and capabilities throughout the business community. What You Will Need Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent required. MBA or equivalent preferred. Seven (7) or more years of related experience. Experience in one or more relevant sectors, including ferries, roll on/roll off passenger vessels, RoPax, passenger vessels, commercial marine, shipbuilding and repair, or related maritime services. Experience in business development, market strategy, client engagement, or commercial support within the maritime industry is strongly preferred. Experience in the European ferry and RoPax market is strongly preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong understanding of ferry and RoPax market dynamics, including fleet renewal, sustainability, emissions reduction, operational efficiency, safety, and regulatory developments. Demonstrated technical and/or commercial expertise related to vessel operations, shipbuilding, retrofit activity, classification, certification, or marine services. Sound business judgment and the ability to identify and support commercial opportunities. Excellent communication and relationship building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both commercial and technical stakeholders. English language fluency required to conduct detailed business and technical communication at a professional level. Ability to develop a working knowledge of ABS Rules, Guides, statutory regulations, and related instructions, as well as the ABS Employee Safety Policy. Additional European language capability is a plus. Reporting Relationships This role is considered manager level reporting to the Global Passenger Lead. This role has a competitive base salary and additional bonus and benefits. 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. Job Info Job Identification 4438 Job Category Business Development Posting Date 06/17/2026, 12:55 AM Job Schedule Full time Locations 111 Old Broad Street, London, EC2N 1AP, GB 1, Sachtouri Str. & Posidonos Ave., Kallithea GR Edificio Millo, Genoa, 16128, IT Boompjes, Rotterdam, 3011 XB, NL Fahrettin Kerim Gokay Cad, Istanbul, 34662, TR