Freight Forwarding Operations Accountant
Job Description
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Operations AccountingRecord all freight transactions (Air / Ocean / Land shipments)Match Job Files (HBL / MBL / AWB) with financial entriesCalculate shipment profitability (Revenue vs Cost per shipment)
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Invoicing & BillingPrepare customer invoices based on:Freight chargesHandling feesCustoms clearanceAdditional servicesEnsure invoices align with agreed rates and contracts
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Cost ControlVerify supplier invoices (airlines, shipping lines, trucking, customs brokers)Allocate costs correctly to each shipment fileMonitor discrepancies between quoted vs actual costs
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Accounts Payable (AP)Process payments to:Carriers (Airlines / Shipping lines)Agents & overseas partnersLocal service providersReconcile supplier statements
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Accounts Receivable (AR)Follow up on customer collectionsMaintain aging reportsCoordinate with operations/sales for disputed invoices
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ReconciliationJob file reconciliation (Operational system vs accounting system)Bank reconciliation related to freight transactionsIntercompany / agent account reconciliation
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ReportingPrepare:Shipment profitability reportsMonthly revenue & cost reportsGP (Gross Profit) per shipment / customerSupport management with financial insights
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting / Finance2–5+ years in freight forwarding or logistics accountingExperience in air & ocean freight is a strong advantage
Requirements & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting / Finance2–5+ years in freight forwarding or logistics accountingExperience in air & ocean freight is a strong advantage
Quick Role Summary
Opportunity as "Freight Forwarding Operations Accountant" at WUZZUF jobs located in مدينة نصر on a Full-Time basis, suited for Senior Level candidates, within Administrative. Key details from listing: 1. Operations AccountingRecord all freight transactions (Air / Ocean / Land shipments)Match Job Files (HBL / MBL / AWB) with financial entriesCalculate…
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