Accounts Executive
Responsibilities:
Accounts Receivable & Billing:
Payment Receipting: Process customers' payment receipts and verify customers' refund requests. Collections: Monitor outstanding client accounts, follow up on payments, and resolve any billing discrepancies swiftly. Client Statements: Reconcile customer accounts and generate periodic aging reports.
Accounts Payable & Vendor Management:
Vendor Reconciliation: Verify vendor invoices against purchase orders and shipping manifests; reconcile supplier statements regularly. Freight Auditing: Ensure that carrier rates and surcharges match the agreed-upon freight contracts.
Financial Reporting & Compliance:
General Ledger: Maintain accurate books of accounts, including journal entries, vouchers, and ledger maintenance. Reconciliation: Perform daily/monthly bank, cash, and credit card reconciliations. Financial Reporting: Assist in generating Profit & Loss (P&L) statements, cash flow forecasts, and monthly management reports (MIS). Statutory Compliance: Ensure all financial operations comply with local taxation laws (e.g., VAT, withholding tax) and international trade finance regulations
Requirements:
Minimum of an HND in accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field. Professional certifications (ACA, ACCA, CPA) are a distinct advantage. 2 - 5 years of proven experience in accounting, ideally within the shipping, freight forwarding, or supply chain industry. Familiarity with ocean freight documentation (Bill of Lading, Sea Waybill, commercial invoices) and shipping terminology is highly preferred. Proficiency in MS Excel Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication skills for liaising with international agents, clients, and internal logistics teams. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple deadlines.