Accounts Manager (Freight Forwarding)

Position: Accounts Manager
Location: Ahmedabad
Industry: Freight Forwarding / Logistics
Experience: 5–8 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Manager with strong knowledge of accounting and hands-on experience in the freight forwarding and logistics industry. The candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting activities, financial reporting, receivables, payables, and coordination with internal teams, customers, and vendors.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliation.
• Handle accounting transactions related to freight forwarding, shipping, import/export, and logistics operations.
• Prepare and verify customer invoices, vendor bills, debit notes, credit notes, and payment records.
• Monitor customer outstanding payments and coordinate with the sales/operations teams for timely collections.
• Manage vendor payments and ensure proper verification of supporting documents.
• Reconcile customer and vendor accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of freight, shipment, clearing, transportation, and other operational expenses.
• Prepare monthly MIS reports, ageing reports, expense statements, and other management reports.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable GST, TDS, and other statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with auditors, consultants, banks, customers, and vendors as required.
• Monitor cash flow and support management in financial planning and reporting.
• Ensure proper documentation and adherence to company accounting policies and procedures.
• Identify accounting discrepancies and ensure timely resolution.
• Supervise and guide junior accounting staff, where applicable.

Freight Forwarding Industry Experience

The candidate should have practical knowledge of accounting processes related to:

• Freight forwarding and logistics operations
• Import and export shipments
• Air freight and sea freight transactions
• Freight and handling charges
• Customer billing and vendor payments
• Job-wise profitability and shipment-related expenses
• Overseas agent/vendor reconciliation
• Debit notes and credit notes
• Freight invoices and operational cost reconciliation

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of Tally / ERP / accounting software
• Good understanding of GST and TDS
• Strong Excel and MIS reporting skills
• Excellent knowledge of accounts payable and receivable
• Good reconciliation and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Ability to manage multiple accounting activities and meet deadlines

Qualification

B.Com / M.Com / MBA (Finance) or equivalent qualification.

Experience

5–8 years of relevant experience, with mandatory or preferred experience in freight forwarding, logistics, shipping, or related industries.

Preference: Candidates currently working or having prior experience with freight forwarding companies will be preferred candidate CV can share at [email protected]

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person