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APL Logistics

Global supply chain design and logistics

Finance Operations Specialist

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026Deadline 12/30/26
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
Bangkok, Thailand
In Person
AccountingFinancial Accounting

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field is required.
  • At least 2 years of accounting experience, including hands-on experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general ledger.
  • Experience in the external audit field.
  • Knowledge of business-related taxes.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Responsibilities
  • Support general ledger activities, including journal entries and account reconciliation.
  • Assist with month-end and year-end closing.
  • Coordinate with overseas accounting teams and branches on accounting matters and intercompany transactions.
  • Manage requests from Business Analysts for general ledger master data maintenance to ensure timely updates and accuracy of the general ledger structure.
  • Oversee the maintenance of general ledger account alignment with the Financial Statement Version to ensure proper account representation in financial reporting.
  • Manage transaction posting, including receiving data and supporting documents from Business Units, calculating financial amounts, and accurately parking and posting transactions.
  • Oversee accrual and deferral document posting, including data collection, accrual calculation, and timely posting and reversal of accruals.
  • Manage prepaid and deferred revenue amortization, including maintaining accrual objects and identifying amortization amounts.
  • Manage account balance reclassification processes to maintain accurate financial records and properly represent the company's financial position.
  • Oversee cost accounting, including receiving cost allocation guidelines from Business Units and generating cost allocation reports.
  • Execute bank reconciliations accurately and on time to maintain financial data integrity and identify discrepancies between bank statements and internal records.
  • Oversee VAT closing, including netting input and output tax to calculate VAT liabilities or credits accurately.
  • Manage VAT filing, including obtaining Business Unit approvals for VAT refunds and submitting required documentation on time.
  • Manage pre-closing verification, including checking unposted parked documents, reviewing general ledger checklists, and verifying the consistency of each company.
  • Oversee the closing period process and trial balance generation for financial reporting.
  • Manage the preparation and review of single-entity financial statements and notes, ensuring completeness and correctness and generating accounting- and tax-basis reports.
  • Oversee corporate income tax filing (P.N.D. 50 and P.N.D. 51), obtaining necessary Business Unit approvals before submission.
  • Manage preparation and submission of transfer pricing disclosures, including data compilation and form completion.
  • Oversee the summarization of carry-forward account balances to track financial positions across reporting periods accurately.
  • Manage calculation of next-year tax apportionment to support tax planning and compliance.
  • Coordinate single-entity financial statement audits, including liaising with external auditors, providing supporting documents, and addressing audit issues.
  • Oversee regulatory filings and reports, including DBD e-filing and data support for the Revenue Department.
  • Provide data and support to Business Units for managerial reporting, ensuring timely and accurate information for decision-making.
Desired Qualifications
  • Direct experience with the SAP system is an advantage.

About the company

APL Logistics designs and operates global supply chains to connect suppliers, vendors, and customers around the world. It provides end-to-end logistics services, including supply chain design, shipment consolidation, global freight forwarding, customs management, regional warehousing, and IT solutions that improve visibility and performance. The company differentiates itself through its large, global network, extensive warehouse space, and IT-enabled systems that give local experts across regions, enabling integrated, cost-efficient logistics. Its goal is to help businesses grow by delivering products globally with reliable, transparent, and affordable supply chain management.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Jacksonville, Florida

Founded

1977

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What believers are saying

  • Amsterdam opened April 8, 2026, adding 10,200 square meters and 13 docks.
  • APL Logistics added France in September 2025, signaling customer-led European expansion.
  • Management plans further European developments across 2026, extending its order-management footprint.

What critics are saying

  • Illinois WARN notices shut Minooka warehouses in January-February 2026, cutting 230 jobs.
  • KWE's first-half fiscal 2026 logistics revenue fell 7.4%, pressuring APL Logistics investment.
  • Amazon-style visibility rivals and asset-heavy 2026 Europe builds squeeze margins if customer growth stalls.

What makes APL Logistics unique

  • Amsterdam warehouse gives APL Logistics multimodal access to Rotterdam, rail, road, barge, air.
  • APL Logistics sells order-management visibility, customs brokerage, and neutral partner orchestration across 93 countries.
  • KWE-backed network spans 180 locations, letting APL Logistics bundle warehousing with global freight execution.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Hybrid Work Options
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Company Bonus Plan
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance

Company News

PR Newswire
Apr 8th, 2026
APL Logistics opens 10,200 sq m distribution centre in Amsterdam's Port

APL Logistics has opened a 10,200 sq m distribution and fulfilment centre in Amsterdam's Port of Amsterdam, reflecting growing customer demand across Europe. The facility features 13 loading docks, autonomous mobile robots and an automated conveyor system connected to the company's global technology infrastructure. Located in the Atlaspark estate, the semi-automated warehouse serves customers in retail, consumer, industrial and automotive sectors with services including quality checks, price labelling and EMEA-wide distribution. The port provides multimodal connectivity via barge, rail, road and air, with proximity to Rotterdam enhancing access to major shipping routes. APL Logistics, part of the Kintetsu World Express Group, operates from 180 locations across 93 countries. The company plans further European network developments throughout 2026.

Redmond Spokesman
Apr 8th, 2026
APL Logistics opens Amsterdam distribution and fulfilment centre.

APL Logistics opens Amsterdam distribution and fulfilment centre. PR Newswire Today at 12:35am PDT AMSTERDAM, April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - APL Logistics, a global supply chain logistics provider and member of the Kintetsu World Express (KWE) Group, has opened a dedicated distribution and fulfilment warehouse in the Port of Amsterdam. The facility reflects the continued growth of APL Logistics' long-standing European business and its commitment to investing in infrastructure where customer demand requires it. "This centre is a direct reflection of what our customers in Europe have asked for - greater capability, closer integration and a partner they can rely on for the long term. The Netherlands has always been a cornerstone of our European operations, and Amsterdam is the natural next step in building the infrastructure our customers need to compete in an increasingly complex global environment," said Thad Bedard, President of APL Logistics. Building on a Strong Foundation APL Logistics supports customers in the retail, consumer, industrial and automotive sectors from established offices in the Netherlands, Germany, the United Kingdom, Turkey and France, delivering warehousing solutions across EMEA through a network of trusted partners. The Amsterdam facility brings order management, fulfilment and distribution together in a single, purpose-built hub. As a neutral supply chain partner, APL Logistics works across its own facilities and those of trusted third-party operators to deliver the right solution for each customer. The Facility Situated within the Atlaspark estate, the warehouse spans 10,200 sq m and is equipped with 13 loading docks. The Port of Amsterdam provides multimodal connectivity via barge, rail, road and air, making it an ideal base to serve customers across the Netherlands and wider Western Europe. The facility is also within easy reach of the Port of Rotterdam - Europe's largest port by volume - enhancing access to major deep-sea shipping routes and continental freight flows. Technology and Capabilities The semi-automated centre features autonomous mobile robots and an automated conveyor system. It connects directly to APL Logistics' global technology infrastructure for seamless customer system integration and full purchase-order-level visibility from origin to destination. Services range from quality checks and price labelling through to store-level pick and pack and EMEA-wide distribution. "Our customers across Europe face real pressure - volatile routing, shifting regulatory requirements and the constant drive to improve speed while reducing cost and emissions. Amsterdam gives us the platform to respond with precision, combining outstanding multimodal connectivity with our global digital tools and dedicated account teams to deliver purchase-order-level visibility and control from origin to destination," said Kim Overman, Regional Vice President, EMEA at APL Logistics. The Amsterdam centre adds to APL Logistics' established European network, with further developments planned across 2026 and beyond. Media Enquiries About APL Logistics APL Logistics is a global supply chain logistics provider specialising in order management solutions, operating from 180 locations across 93 countries. It delivers tailored services for the automotive, consumer, industrial and retail sectors, including international hub distribution, cross-border shipping, trade compliance, order management, customs brokerage and product transportation. Operating as a neutral partner, APL Logistics orchestrates orders from origin to destination through dedicated account teams, digital tools and a worldwide network. APL Logistics is part of the Kintetsu World Express (KWE) Group. SOURCE APL Logistics This is a paid placement. For further inquiries, please contact PR Newswire directly.

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