Time Charter Freight Analyst

Responsibilities

• Review, process, and reconcile all invoices for Time Charter and Owned Fleet vessels
• Review and negotiate disputes (off-hires, underperformance claims) arising under Time Charter Parties in conjunction with the Operations Department
• Monitor and manage payables/receivables in line with charter party agreements
• Complete final hire reconciliation statements and manage TC relet-out invoicing
• Maintain accurate records and documentation, including updating systems, retaining and filing emails, and ensuring compliance with document retention policies
• Process internal recharges and invoices for accounting purposes
• Prepare detailed voyage results reporting and analyze deviations from TCE (Time Charter Equivalent) and P&L estimates
• Provide regular reporting to management on financial performance and outstanding issues
• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Shipping, Economics, or a related subject
• Understanding of shipping terminology and maritime commercial practices
• Familiarity with charter party terms and conditions (spot and time charters)
• Excellent proficiency in MS Office suite
• Fluent English (C2 level or equivalent), both written and spoken

Requirements

• Master's degree in Shipping, Economics, Finance, or a related field
• Previous experience in shipping operations, freight accounting, or maritime finance
• Additional experience in tanker operations fundamentals
• Experience with shipping ERP systems (IMOS) or freight management software
• Previous interaction with chartering or operation teams
• Attributes for success
• Ownership: Takes responsibility for accuracy and timely resolution of issues
• Attention to Detail : Demonstrates diligence and thoroughness in reviewing complex agreements and invoices
• Analytical Thinking : Interprets charter party terms and explains cost implications on the P&L
• Resilience : Thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with competing priorities
• Organizational Skills : Manages multiple priorities while maintaining data integrity
• Communication : Negotiates effectively and clearly explains financial findings
• Key Relationships
• Internal
• Deals department (Risk Analysis team)
• Claims department
• Chartering department
• Operations department
• Accounting department
• External
• Shipowners
• Brokers
• Counterparties
• Department Overview
• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Please make sure that you submit your CV in English.

Additional Information

As a Time Charter Freight Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in the financial and operational management of our global fleet of time chartered and owned vessels. You will be the bridge between commercial operations and finance, ensuring financial integrity, monitoring voyage economics, and directly influencing shipping profitability. In this fast-paced and highly impactful role, you will manage high-value reconciliations, resolve disputes, and provide actionable insights into voyage performance that inform strategic decisions. Your work will safeguard Trafigura's financial interests, from meticulously reviewing charter party agreements to negotiating commercial disputes and analyzing profit and loss. The role reports directly to the TC Freight Analysts Manager who is based in Athens.

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