Are you a detaildriven accounting professional with experience in freight forwarding This role offers the chance to join a national industry leader in a permanent position where youll manage creditors reconciliations and monthly financial reporting in a fastpaced structured environment. Ideal for someone who thrives under pressure and values precision in their work.
Role Overview:
As the General Accounting Controller youll be responsible for endtoend processing of supplier accounts financial reconciliations and monthly reporting within a highvolume fastmoving
freight forwarding environment. The role is handson deadlinedriven and critical to maintaining the integrity of the companys financial processes.
About the Company:
A leading player in the
freight forwarding industry is looking to expand its finance team. With a strong national footprint and a reputation for reliability and precision this company supports a wide range of domestic and international freight operations. This is your chance to join a structured servicefocused team where your contribution will directly impact financial accuracy and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Receive and validate 3rd party supplier invoices and statements.
- Capture and reconcile creditor accounts on accounting systems (SUN & Pegasus).
- Process supplier payments and distribute remittance advice.
- Resolve invoice and payment queries by liaising with both operations and suppliers.
- Allocate payments accurately across accounts.
- Review age analysis reports and assist with followup actions.
- Support asset processing and contribute to the maintenance of the fixed asset register.
- Assist with preparation of the monthly balance sheet.
- Ensure all invoices are processed in collaboration with accounting clerks.
- Process accruals and monthend provisions.
- Prepare VAT returns and support VAT audits.
- Generate and submit monthly reports including VAT and asset reports.
- Assist in analysing expenses for budget preparation.
- Contribute to intercompany reinvoicing and adhoc finance tasks.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 4 years experience in a finance/accounting role.
- Background in freight forwarding or related sector preferred.
- Strong reconciliation invoice processing and payment management skills.
- Proficient in SUN or similar accounting systems.
- High level of computer literacy particularly in Excel.
- Ability to manage tight deadlines in a fastpaced environment.
- Strong communication and query resolution skills.
Whats in it for you
- Be part of a stable respected freight forwarding company.
- Work in a collaborative finance team with a clear structure and processes.
- Exposure to international operations and industry best practices.
- Room to grow within a critical function of the business.
Application Process:
If this role aligns with your skills and youre ready for your next step in the
freight forwarding sector apply today. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.