Job Description

The Shipowners Club is a mutual insurance association. We offer Protection & Indemnity (P&I), Legal Costs Cover and associated insurances to smaller and specialist vessel owners, operators and charterers around the world. Building on over 170 years of experience, the Shipowners Club provides tailor-made insurance packages for each operator according to their particular need.


We are seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to join our Finance team on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail and an interest in finance to join a supportive and team oriented environment. Youll play a key role in ensuring payments are processed accurately and efficiently, supporting both internal and external stakeholders. Whether youre a recent graduate or someone with a couple of years experience, this role offers a great opportunity to develop your finance skills and contribute to a collaborative team.

We also have a hybrid working model (minimum 2 days in the office).

We recognise the business benefits of having a diverse and inclusive community.We all have something unique to bring to the table and by embracing those differences we seek to build and maintain an environment which attracts and values diversity and where everyone can develop their talents and be themselves. For us, diversity and inclusion goes above and beyond focusing on protected characteristics we want all our colleagues to bring 100% of themselves to work. With a happy and engaged workforce we all strive to work together to be the best that we can be for the mutual benefit of ourselves and our Members.

Role responsibilities:

Process invoices in an accurate and timely manner, applying appropriate VAT treatment. Maintain up-to-date and accurate supplier records within the accounting systems. Assist in maintaining accounting records in line with the finance procedures manual. Prepare and produce reports to agreed deadlines. Post and code company credit card expenditure. Support the wider Finance team, including assistance with claims payment processes. Respond promptly to finance-related correspondence and queries. Assist with accruals and prepayments as required.

Experience required:

Youll bring an analytical mindset, great communication skills, and a proactive attitude.

Were looking for someone who can balance attention to detail with efficiency, and who enjoys working collaboratively within a team.

Intermediate Excel skills (able to design and produce basic spreadsheets). Competent in Microsoft Word for internal and external communication. Clear and professional written and verbal communication. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Candidates must be eligible to

work in the UK.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you havent heard from us within 3 weeks, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

No recruitment agencies please.