Accountant - Freight Forwarding with ref. 3926775

This freight forwarder located in Botany, is looking for an experienced accountant to handle a range of intermediate-level accounting tasks in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) standards. Experience working in a CPA or audit firm is mandatory. Previous experience working for a freight forwarder is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

Reconcile general ledger and assigned balance sheet accounts
Manage the monthly close process, ensuring all entries are accurate and completed on time
Analyse revenue and cost trends, provide reports and actionable recommendations
Review operational productivity and labor costs
Prepare monthly financial statements and related account reconciliations
Perform profit and loss analysis for key clients
Reconcile and process intercompany account settlements
Validate trade and non-trade invoices for accurate cost allocation
Prepare financial reports including forecasts, budgets, variance analysis, and more
Ensure compliance with statutory reporting and tax filing requirements
Liaise with tax authorities, payroll providers, auditors, banks, and other external partners
Support internal and external audits
Assist with bi-weekly payroll and backup support as needed

Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Minimum of 2 years in accounting and financial reporting, bonus if you've previously worked in freight forwarding, logistics, or supply chain
CPA or Audit experience is a must
In-depth understanding of GAAP and SOX compliance
Proficient in Excel and financial systems (mainframe or web-based)
Strong analytical and numerical skills
Effective verbal and written communication abilities
Skilled in problem solving and project coordination
Self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

If you're ready to take the next step in your accounting career within the logistics and freight forwarding sector, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply online today or contact Deb Collie on 0466 444 364 for further information.

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