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Apidel Technologies

AK · On-site

Title - Accountant III Location - Anchorage, Alaska Duration - 12 months Were seeking a hands-on ... Verify terminal and vessel fuel inventory quantities, valuations, and cost allocations. Manage PO ...

Vessel Advisors

Fractional CFO

Irvine, CA · On-site

Vessel Advisors is a dynamic and forward-thinking accounting firm that specializes in providing bespoke financial solutions to a diverse portfolio of clients. We are currently seeking experienced ...

Vessel Advisors

Fractional CFO

Irvine, CA · Hybrid

Vessel Advisors is a dynamic and forward-thinking accounting firm that specializes in providing bespoke financial solutions to a diverse portfolio of clients. We are currently seeking experienced ...

Vessel Advisors

Fractional CFO

Irvine, CA · On-site

Vessel Advisors is a dynamic and forward-thinking accounting firm that specializes in providing bespoke financial solutions to a diverse portfolio of clients. We are currently seeking experienced ...

ARC Group

AK

$74K - $93K/yr

Senior Accountant Location: Anchorage, Alaska | On-site ARC Group is seeking a Senior Accountant to ... Verify terminal and vessel fuel inventory quantities, valuations, and cost allocations. * Manage PO ...

System One

Senior Accountant

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$73K - $91K/yr

Senior Accountant Location: Anchorage, Alaska Type: Contract Work Model: On-site - onsite ... Verify terminal and vessel fuel inventory quantities, valuations, and cost allocations. * Manage PO ...

System One

Senior Accountant

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$73K - $91K/yr

Senior Accountant Location: Anchorage, Alaska Type: Contract Work Model: On-site - onsite ... Verify terminal and vessel fuel inventory quantities, valuations, and cost allocations. * Manage PO ...

System One

Senior Accountant

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$73K - $91K/yr

Senior Accountant Location: Anchorage, Alaska Type: Contract Work Model: On-site - onsite ... Verify terminal and vessel fuel inventory quantities, valuations, and cost allocations. * Manage PO ...

System One

Senior Accountant

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$73K - $91K/yr

Senior Accountant Location: Anchorage, Alaska Type: Contract Work Model: On-site - onsite ... Verify terminal and vessel fuel inventory quantities, valuations, and cost allocations. * Manage PO ...

System One

Senior Accountant

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$73K - $91K/yr

Senior Accountant Location: Anchorage, Alaska Type: Contract Work Model: On-site - onsite ... Verify terminal and vessel fuel inventory quantities, valuations, and cost allocations. * Manage PO ...

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How much do vessel accountant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for vessel accountant in the United States is $65,812.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $74,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the vessel accountant position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Vessel Accountant, you need strong accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and experience in maritime or shipping finance, typically supported by a degree in accounting or finance. Familiarity with maritime accounting software like ABS Nautical Systems or ShipNet, and proficiency in Excel are commonly required, along with relevant certifications such as CPA or ACCA being advantageous. Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills help distinguish top performers in this role. These capabilities are vital for ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulations, and effective coordination with both onshore and offshore teams.

What is a vessel accountant?

A Vessel Accountant is responsible for managing the financial transactions and reporting related to a vessel or fleet of vessels. Their duties typically include tracking revenues and expenses, processing invoices, managing payroll for crew members, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. They work closely with ship operators, charterers, and vendors to maintain accurate financial records. Vessel Accountants also prepare financial statements and reports to support decision-making for shipping company management.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a vessel accountant?

As a Vessel Accountant, your typical day involves managing the financial records of assigned vessels, processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and preparing voyage or port expenses reports. You’ll also collaborate closely with operations teams, vessel managers, and external vendors to ensure all transactions are complete and accurately recorded. Monitoring budgets, supporting audits, and helping to resolve discrepancies are also key tasks. This role requires a detail-oriented approach and strong communication skills to handle the fast-paced and dynamic nature of the maritime industry.

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Infographic showing various Vessel Accountant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 9% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,812 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Director of Accounting & Finance -- E-Commerce & Distribution

Vessel Advisors

Chatsworth, CA

$165K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

About this search

Vessel Advisors is a national financial-leadership firm that helps growing companies build and strengthen their finance and accounting teams - from fractional CFO and controller support to permanent executive search. We have been exclusively retained by our client to help build their leadership team and are managing this search on their behalf. Our client's identity is kept confidential at this stage and is shared with candidates as the process advances.

About our client

Our client is a well-established direct-to-consumer brand in the consumer-products space, located in northwest Los Angeles. With a strong e-commerce engine and continued growth, they are ready to add a senior finance leader.

The opportunity

A rare hands-on leadership seat - own the numbers today and grow into the senior finance leader of the business. You will run accounting end to end, build the reporting leadership relies on, and partner with the executive team on strategy, costing, and planning. This is a player-coach role: strategic in scope, but close enough to the details to own the close and walk the floor.

What you'll own

  • The full accounting function - close, financial statements, cash, AR, controls - for a multichannel e-commerce business.
  • E-commerce / DTC accounting end to end: marketplace settlements, payment processors, sales-tax nexus, inventory, COGS, and channel-level margin.
  • The reporting and analysis that guide decisions - daily KPIs through full financials.
  • Budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow planning; the banking relationship.
  • Partnership with leadership on costing, pricing, and strategy - with a path to broader finance leadership.
  • Leadership and development of the accounting team.

What you bring

  • 8+ years in accounting/finance, including senior leadership (Controller/Director level).
  • E-commerce / DTC / consumer-products experience; NetSuite strongly preferred.
  • Inventory/COGS, multi-state sales tax, and full-cycle close ownership.
  • Manufacturing or product-operations accounting experience is welcome but not required - the right leader can be developed into it.
  • The maturity and confidence to advise and challenge leadership - proactive, secure, business-minded.
  • Strong GAAP and advanced Excel. CPA not required.


Location & compensation

  • Fully on-site in Chatsworth, CA - convenient to the San Fernando Valley, Simi Valley, and the northwest LA area.
  • $165,000-$180,000 per year, depending on experience.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

  • 8+ years in accounting/finance, including senior leadership (Controller or Director level).
  • E-commerce, DTC, or consumer-products experience - strongly preferred.
  • Full-cycle close ownership, plus inventory/COGS and multi-state sales tax experience.
  • NetSuite - strongly preferred.
  • Manufacturing or product-operations accounting - welcome but not required; the right leader can be developed into it.
  • Demonstrated ability to build reporting and partner with executive leadership on strategy, costing, and planning.
  • The maturity and confidence to advise and challenge leadership; proactive and business-minded.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and advanced Excel.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; advanced degree a plus.
  • CPA is not required.
  • Able to work on-site in Chatsworth, CA.

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