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Expeditors is a Fortune 500 Company. Our global network offers a broad range of logistic services including air and ocean transportation, customs brokerage, distribution, cargo insurance, duty drawback, and consulting. Expeditors hires the best in the industry, and the financial results are a direct result of its people and unique culture.

Our motto, "You'd be surprised how far we'll go for you", is exemplified through our embrace of these culture elements: Attitude, Curiosity, Integrity, Resolute, Visionary, Appearance, Confidence, Excellence, Pride, and Sense of Humor.

Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.

• 19,000 trained professionals

• 350+ locations worldwide

• Fortune 500

• Globally unified systems

The ideal candidate will have a willingness to grow, learn and work hard. Our department is growing and we are looking for a bilingual person who enjoys a fast-paced, professional, and dynamic work environment.

Purpose and Scope of role :

To promote the success of the company by managing the Accounting operations, within a framework of prudent and effective controls, which enable risk to be assessed and managed through focus on Finances, Operations, People, Customers, Systems, Culture and Compliance in adherence to the company’s policy and procedures.

Manages a solid team by driving all the Accounting operations within the company, responsible for Reporting, Payable, Taxation, Capital Expenditure, Control and Compliance to accounting policies, Process Improvement and assisting the Accounting Manager / Controller with the company’s financial affairs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Finance & Operations:

• Manage the day to day Accounting operations including A/R, A/P, Treasury, Revenue Recognition, working closely with the Accounting and Operational teams to review processes, implement best practices and improve productivity.

• Manage the Capital Expenditure process, including obtaining approval of acquisitions and disposals, maintaining the Fixed Asset Register, and completion of the Annual Inventory certification. 

• Complete all GL reconciliations, including Proof of Cash, Fixed Assets, Leases and other schedules for monthly P&L submission.

• Contribute to the preparation of the internal monthly accounts (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cashflows, and Analysis).

• Assist in information submission to statutory authorities for Payroll, GST, Corporation Tax and Statistic Dept.

• Contribute to the preparation of statutory financial information and tax computations.

• Provide required information/documentation for Internal Control Evaluations and Internal/External Audits.

• Support the Accounting Manager / Controller with miscellaneous projects and tasks.

People:

• Continually provide coaching and training to the team members

• Conduct timely 1:1 review and yearly employee performance evaluation.

• Ensure all staff and positions have job descriptions, clear expectations and are working with structured development plans

• Support in recruiting, hiring, provide input to find new potential candidates for the accounting department

• Meet company standards of 52 hours training per year

• Review department goals and personal plans periodically with staff to ensure buy-in and accountability

• Assist new hires with mandatory training completion within the first 6 months

Customer:

• Support Accounting team to better serve internal customers

Compliance:

• Review company internal controls, specifically the Financial Process Control.

• Promote compliance diligently following all company policies and regulations and being the role model of integrity and pride for all employees.

• Proactively communicate with the team to ensure continuous awareness and understanding of policies and regulations.

• Ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.

Culture:

• Proactively promote the company’s 10 cultural attributes:  Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary.

   

Systems:

• Be open to implementing new system changes and enhancements into your department. 

• Be involved and suggest system/process improvements.

• Set the tone of this environment within your department.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS:

Knowledge:

• Expeditors’ Company Policies and Procedures

• Strong Accounting and Finance knowledge.

• Global Logistics Industry knowledge

Skills:

• Proficient in MS Office

• Strong organisational and analytical skills with an attention to the details.

• Fluent in English

• Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to financial persons as well as non-financial persons at all levels from Operations to Senior Management to obtain positive results.

• Proven leadership attitude and skills

• Ability to drive through change

Behaviours:

• Emotional resilience

• Self-reflecting and open to feedback

• Initiative and ability to work in autonomy

• Role model of integrity and pride for all employees

• Proven leadership attitude and background

• Professional appearance and attitude

• Reliable and accurate

• Being supportive of change

• Taking initiative and working in autonomy

• Being an advocate of Expeditors culture at all times

• Being approachable and proactive

   

TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Training Requirements:

• Meet company standards of 52 hours training per year, including as needed management/leadership training

Education and Experience:

• 5 + years of accounting specific qualification

• Professional qualification (CA / CPA) preferred

Expeditors offers excellent benefits for full time employees:

• Benefits complied with local law 

• Health Plan: Medical, Accident Insurance

• Training and Personnel Development Program

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.