Global Finance Manager – Shipping

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company is a global business engaged in the shipping sector. Present in 155 countries, MSC facilitates international trade between the world’s major economies, and among emerging markets across all continents. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, since 1978, MSC is a privately-owned organisation driven by the Aponte family. Today, we continue to focus on caring for customers, employees and the environment.

From a one-vessel operation to a globally respected business we have an unfaltering commitment to people that have passion, creativity and willing to make a change.

MSC Technology Italy is the first division located in the national territory, complementing existing offices in Geneva (the Group's headquarters), Warren (New Jersey, USA), and Chennai (India).

MSC Technology embodies Passion and a commitment to Continuous Evolution, strongly believing in Equal Opportunities and Caring for its People—ultimately fostering a sense of Family within the Company.

With over 3,000 employees, our Technology Department plays a pivotal role in driving business growth and elevating the quality standards across our functional lines.

Working within an international office and engaging in cross-country collaboration offers the opportunity to connect with individuals boasting diverse technical skills, backgrounds, cultures, and professional experiences. International travel not only enriches your understanding of business and languages within the ICT realm but also provides avenues for personal and professional growth.

In 2020, MSC Technology Italy was established as a technological division of MSC with the goal of creating a Center of Excellence to support the MSC Group's business.

Do you recognize yourself? Then come work with us and be part of MSC’s family!

MSC is looking for an experienced Global Finance Manager – Shipping to join its Headquarters Finance organization and support financial controlling, business performance management, and financial coordination across its global shipping operations.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Finance Director, playing a key role in supporting the global Business Controlling function, ensuring financial consistency across international operations, and providing strategic financial insights to support business decision-making.

Working closely with Global Business Controllers, Regional Finance Teams, Finance Directors, and other key stakeholders, the Global Finance Manager will contribute to financial planning, performance monitoring, and the continuous improvement of financial processes across the organization.

This role is ideal for senior finance professionals with 10–15 years of experience in Business Controlling, a strong background in the shipping industry, and the ability to operate effectively within a complex, international, and headquarters-driven environment.

Reporting Line

• Functional: Finance Director

Key Responsibilities

• Support the global Business Controlling function from Headquarters, ensuring effective financial coordination, consistency, and alignment across regional and local Finance teams.
• Act as a key financial business partner to Global Business Controllers, Regional Finance Teams, and senior management, supporting financial and strategic decision-making.
• Oversee and analyze financial performance across international shipping operations, identifying trends, variances, risks, and opportunities for business improvement.
• Coordinate and support budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and performance monitoring activities at global level, ensuring alignment with corporate financial objectives.
• Provide guidance and support to Business Controllers across different regions, promoting financial best practices, consistency in reporting, and effective performance management.
• Prepare and consolidate financial analyses, management reports, and business insights to support the Finance Director and Headquarters leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to strengthen financial governance, improve operational efficiency, and ensure alignment between financial performance and business priorities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across financial controlling processes, reporting standards, and analytical tools, fostering a culture of accountability and financial excellence.

Qualifications & Experience

• 10–15 years of professional experience in Finance and Business Controlling, with a strong track record in financial performance management, planning, and business partnering.
• Proven professional background within the shipping or maritime transportation industry, ideally gained in a leading international shipping company.
• Extensive experience in Business Controlling roles, with a solid understanding of financial processes, operational dynamics, and commercial drivers within the shipping business.
• Previous experience working within a Headquarters or corporate Finance environment, supporting international subsidiaries, regional Finance teams, or global controlling functions.
• Strong expertise in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, variance analysis, and profitability management.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence, coordinate, and support Business Controllers and senior Finance stakeholders across multiple regions.
• Strong business acumen, leadership capabilities, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills, combined with the ability to manage complex financial matters in a global organization.
• Excellent written and spoken English, advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools, and the ability to operate effectively in an international and multicultural environment.

Diversity and Inclusion

This job posting is open to all individuals, regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other personal characteristic, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations on equal opportunities and inclusion (Italian Legislative Decree No. 198/2006, as subsequently amended, and Italian Legislative Decrees No. 215/2003 and No. 216/2003).

In compliance with applicable pay transparency legislation, we provide the following information regarding the initial remuneration envisaged for this position.

The position will be classified within the Employee category, at one of the C2, C3, B1 or B2 levels under the Italian Metalworking Industry National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL Metalmeccanico Industria).

The classification level and any additional remuneration components supplementing the base salary will be determined based on an assessment, carried out during the selection process, of objective and neutral criteria such as, by way of example, the candidate’s professional experience, technical skills, level of autonomy and the responsibilities required by the role.

What we offer

We offer a range of benefits including new Learning opportunities, a comprehensive Welfare System, Life and Health Insurance, Modern Workstation and Discounts within the MSC group.

Moreover, MSC Technology Italy fosters a culture of innovation and wellbeing by simultaneously pursuing various initiatives. These include Meetups, Technical and General Events such as Gaming Tournaments, Company Charity Initiatives and a Sustainability program designed to benefit all employees.

Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.