AR Accountant

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

1. Job Description

• Revenue Recognition: Verify and reconcile freight revenue and local surcharges (e.g., THC, Documentation fees) against the Global Shipping System.
• Payment Verification: Monitor daily bank inflows (KRW/USD) and perform "Clearing" (matching payments to specific B/Ls or Invoices).
• Credit Management: Monitor the credit standing of shippers and freight forwarders; manage credit limits and release "Freight Hold" status upon payment.
• Dispute Resolution: Handle billing discrepancies by communicating with the Sales and Documentation teams to ensure correct invoice issuance.
• Reporting: Prepare weekly/monthly AR Aging reports and identify potential bad debts for management review.
• Language & Technical Requirements
  - Professional English Proficiency: Ability to read/write business emails and understand shipping terminology in English.
  - High level of accuracy in handling high-volume foreign currency transactions.- Proficiency in MS Excel (Essential).

2. Global Competency Requirements (High Priority)

• As this role involves constant interaction with a global network, we require:
• Business English Proficiency: Proficiency in written and verbal English is mandatory. Candidates must be capable of participating in English-language meetings or conference calls with HQ.
• FX Awareness: A strong understanding of Foreign Exchange (FX) gains/losses, as most shipping transactions involve multiple currencies (USD/KRW).
• Cross-Functional Communication: Ability to collaborate with non-finance departments (Operations, Equipment, Commercial) to resolve financial bottlenecks.
• Language & Technical Requirements
  - Professional English Proficiency: Capable of explaining local tax/accounting logic to non-Korean speaking stakeholders.
  - Solid understanding of IFRS and Korean GAAP.- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) is a strong plus.

3. Language & Global Mindset (Strongly Emphasized)

As a representative of a National Flag Carrier, the Finance team acts as a bridge between local operations, GBS s and regional office.

• Business Communication: Must be comfortable communicating with the GBS and ARO or HQ via email and messenger on a daily basis.
• Reporting: Ability to translate local accounting nuances into standard business English for reporting purposes.
• Global Standard: Understanding of international business etiquette and the ability to work in a multicultural environment.

4. Qualifications

• Mandatory: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, or Finance.
• Mandatory: 1 to 3 years of relevant experience (Junior candidates with exceptional internship experience may be considered).
• Preferred: Candidates with English certifications (TOEIC, OPIc, etc.) or experience working in an international business setting.

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure !