Accountant – Freight Forwarding & Logistics Company
Job Details
Job Title:
Accountant - Freight Forwarding & Logistics Company
Department:
Accounting
Location:
Dubai, UAE
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary:
TBD
Job Description of Accountant - Freight Forwarding & Logistics Company
✅ We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join our client—a prominent freight forwarding and logistics company in Dubai. This role is crucial in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and supporting business decisions through insightful financial reporting. If you thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment and have a strong foundation in accounting principles, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities of Accountant - Freight Forwarding & Logistics Company
✅ Financial Mastery: Prepare P&L statements, balance sheets & cash flow reports
✅ Freight Expertise: Handle specialized ocean & air freight accounting
✅ Global Operations: Manage multi-currency transactions & FX accounting
✅ Compliance Champion: Ensure tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions
✅ Cost Analysis: Monitor vessel costs, handling charges & operational expenses
✅ Customer Relations: Manage accounts receivable & credit terms
Qualification Required for Accountant - Freight Forwarding & Logistics Company
✅ Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance
✅ Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA) preferred
✅ 3-5 years accounting experience in UAE
✅ Logistics/freight forwarding background is a PLUS!
✅ Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)
✅ ERP systems experience (SAP, QuickBooks)
✅ IFRS & local GAAP knowledge
