Job Description

Core Accounting Duties:

Data Entry and Record Keeping:

Accurately recording daily financial transactions (sales, purchases, receipts, payments, expenses) into accounting software (e.g., Tally, QuickBooks, SAP, ERP systems). Maintaining organized and accurate financial records and documentation (invoices, bills, expense reports). Maintaining general ledger accounts.

Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR):

Processing invoices from vendors and suppliers (including those related to transportation, warehousing, and other logistics services). Managing payments to vendors and ensuring timely settlement. Processing customer invoices and tracking accounts receivable. Following up with customers on outstanding payments.

Bank Reconciliations:

Reconciling bank statements with company records to identify and resolve discrepancies. Monitoring cash flow.

Financial Reporting Assistance:

Assisting in the preparation of various financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements (profit and loss statements), and cash flow statements. Generating basic financial reports as required.

Journal Entries and Adjustments:

Preparing and posting journal entries for various financial transactions and adjustments.

Logistics-Specific Accounting Duties:

Cost Tracking and Analysis:

Tracking and analyzing logistics-related costs, such as freight costs, fuel costs and other operational expenditures. Identifying cost-saving opportunities within logistics operations.

Inventory Accounting:

Assisting with maintaining inventory records and tracking inventory levels, including stock acquisitions, movements, and disposals, which is critical in supply chain. Supporting inventory valuation processes.

Freight and Shipping Invoice Verification:

Verifying the accuracy of freight bills and shipping invoices against contracts and services rendered.

Compliance:

Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and company policies specific to the logistics industry

Support and Administrative Tasks:

Audit Support:

Gathering and organizing financial documents and information for internal and external audits. Assisting auditors as needed.

Budgeting Support:

Supporting the preparation of budgets and financial planning activities related to logistics.

Ad-hoc Tasks:

Assisting senior accounting staff with various tasks and projects as assigned. Maintaining confidentiality of financial information. Providing administrative support to the accounting department (e.g., filing, organizing records).

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Accounting Knowledge:

Strong understanding of basic accounting principles, financial reporting, and relevant tax laws.

Software Proficiency:

Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Tally, QuickBooks, SAP, ERP systems) and strong Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.

Attention to Detail:

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.

Analytical Skills:

Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and problem-solve.

Organizational Skills:

Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.

Communication:

Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with colleagues and external parties.

Adaptability:

Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks and industry-specific challenges.
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Health insurance Provident Fund
Schedule:

Fixed shift
Work Location: In person