Principal Duties and Responsibilities

1. Financial Transactions & Reporting

• Process financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

• Assist with journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.

• Maintain accurate financial records and databases for reporting purposes.

• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes by preparing reconciliations and financial reports.

• Ensure financial transactions comply with company policies, IFRS, and GAAP standards.

2. Financial Analysis & Budgeting

• Collect, organize, and analyze financial data using Excel and financial software (e.g., QuickBooks).

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis by gathering and analyzing financial data.

• Work with different teams (finance, operations, procurement) to gather and interpret financial data.

• Assist senior finance analysts and managers with ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting tasks.

3. Process Improvement & Compliance

• Participate in finance projects, process improvements, and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency.

• Ensure regulatory compliance with financial reporting requirements and assist with tax filings and audits.

• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing and organizing required financial documentation.

Competency and Skill Requirements

• Attention to Detail & Problem-Solving: Ability to identify discrepancies and ensure financial accuracy.

• Basic Financial Analysis: Understanding of financial statements, budgeting, and forecasting.

• Accounting Fundamentals: Knowledge of journal entries, general ledger, and financial reporting.

• Data Analytics & Excel Proficiency: Strong skills in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.) and financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or any ERP system).

• Communication & Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with finance, operations, and procurement teams.

• Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with IFRS, GAAP, and local tax regulations.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

• 2–3 years of experience in finance, accounting, or a related field.

• Experience in the shipping/freight forwarding industry or an audit firm is an added advantage.

• Proficiency in financial software (QuickBooks, SAP, or similar tools).

• Prior experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, and transaction processing.