About this opportunity
Maersk lists this Terminal Head of Finance opportunity in town of sweden, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Terminal Head of Finance
At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. What drives us forward is a mindset of always improving — observing how work happens, identifying what creates value, and removing what gets in the way. We constantly look for smarter, simpler, and safer ways of operating. If you thrive in environments where people value learning and are committed to continuously improve daily operations, join us and be a part of our journey.
What do we offer?
At APMT Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to improvement is driven by Lean principles, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers. Experience a diverse, multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence how we work.
Work in a highly visible leadership role where finance directly shapes terminal performance and strategic direction
Be part of a collaborative management team operating in a complex, capital‑intensive environment
Gain exposure to regional and global stakeholders within a world‑class terminal operator
Balance strategic impact with hands‑on execution in a lean, professional finance organization
As Terminal Head of Finance you will be responsible for:
You will lead the full finance agenda for the terminal and act as a trusted business partner to the Managing Director.
Own financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management to drive optimal financial results
Provide data‑driven insights, benchmarks, and scenarios to support strategic and operational decision‑making
Establish and maintain robust internal control, risk management, and compliance frameworks, including tax and treasury responsibilities
Drive investment analysis, capital allocation, and follow‑up on business cases
Act as finance representative toward regional finance, HQ functions, authorities, and external stakeholders
Lead, develop, and inspire the local finance organization, while coordinating closely with remote and global finance teams
What we are looking for
Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a strong mindset of continuous improvement – someone who is naturally curious, committed to solving problems at the root, and driven to make things better every day.
You bring the experience and capabilities required to succeed in a highly operational and dynamic terminal environment:
Proven experience as a senior finance leader (CFO, Head of Finance, or equivalent) in a business‑critical, operational setting
Strong hands‑on capability with the ability to move seamlessly between detail and helicopter perspective in a lean organization
Solid background in financial business partnering, controlling, and performance management at business unit or group level
Deep understanding of accounting, reporting, budgeting, and internal control in complex, capital‑intensive operations
Demonstrated leadership skills with experience developing teams, influencing senior stakeholders, and working effectively in a matrix organization
Experience from industrial, logistics, automotive, or similarly operations‑heavy environments is highly valued.
You are comfortable working in changing conditions, able to stay calm under pressure, and confident challenging assumptions to improve outcomes.
English is required; Swedish is an advantage but not mandatory.
Application and Security vetting
APM Terminals is a critical infrastructure operator. Therefore, a background check as well as alcohol and drug testing are always conducted prior to any offer of employment. For positions classified as security‑sensitive, a security clearance including a criminal records check is also required, in accordance with the Security Protection Act.
Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
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