Accounting Manager

Job Description

1. Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
•  Analyze financial data and provide recommendations for cost control, revenue growth, and profit optimization.
• Monitor operational costs in the logistics industry, including transportation, warehousing, and supply chain-related expenses.

2. Budgeting and Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals. 
• Regularly update financial forecasts, analyze variances between actual performance and budget, and provide improvement recommendations. 
• Oversee logistics cost accounting, ensuring accurate allocation. 
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize financial processes to improve efficiency. 

3. Tax and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all tax regulations and financial reporting requirements. 
• Coordinate external audits and provide necessary financial data and documentation. 
• Manage tax filings to ensure timely and accurate submission of tax documents. 

4. Team Management

• Lead and develop the accounting team, ensuring team members have the necessary skills and knowledge. 
• Assign tasks, monitor team performance, and provide guidance and support. 

5. System and Process Improvement

• Evaluate and improve existing financial systems and processes to ensure they meet the company’s evolving business needs. 
• Implement automation tools and technologies to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations. 

6. Cross-Department Collaboration

• Work closely with other departments to ensure consistency between financial data and business operations. 
• Provide financial support to assist management in making strategic decisions.

Qualifications

1. Education

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting or Finance. 
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant). 

2. Work Experience

• Minimum of 3 years in Public Accounting Firm, big four experience is higher preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting or financial management experience, with a preference for logistics industry experience.
• Proven experience in team management, with the ability to lead and develop a team effectively. 

3. Skills

• Proficient in financial software and office tools like Excel and Power Query.
• Familiar with financial processes in the logistics industry, including transportation, warehousing, and supply chain management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

4. Other Requirements

• High level of professionalism and confidentiality. 
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.

Additional Information

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
• Health Plan: Medical Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Growth opportunities within the company
• Employee Referral Program Bonus