Job Details
Hiring: Accountant – Automotive Import & Export Business
We are looking for a professional, detail-oriented, and responsible Accountant to join our team in the automotive import, export, and international trading business.
Key Responsibilities & Required Skills
* Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial record keeping
* Recording and monitoring all purchases, sales, receipts, and payments
* Bank and cash account reconciliation
* Managing Accounts Receivable (A/R) and Accounts Payable (A/P)
* Monitoring customer and international supplier accounts
* Accurate calculation of the landed cost of each vehicle
* Recording and allocating vehicle-related expenses, including:
* International freight
* Container and Ro-Ro shipping costs
* Insurance
* Port and handling charges
* Customs clearance and duties
* Local transportation
* Commissions and other related expenses
* Experience with international payments and foreign currency transactions
* Ability to manage transactions in multiple currencies, including AED, USD, EUR, and CNY/RMB
* Monitoring exchange rates and calculating foreign exchange gains/losses
* Reconciling payments against Proforma Invoices, Commercial Invoices, and purchase agreements
* Monitoring advance payments and outstanding balances with overseas suppliers
* Preparing financial reports for each vehicle, shipment, and supplier
* Calculating the actual profit and loss of each vehicle and transaction
* Monitoring payment schedules, outstanding balances, and financial commitments
* Preparing weekly and monthly management reports
* Preparing and monitoring Cash Flow reports
* Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including formulas, Pivot Tables, and management reporting
* Experience with accounting software or ERP systems is an advantage
* Maintaining organized and accurate financial records, invoices, payment documents, and supporting documentation
Personal Requirements
The ideal candidate should be:
Highly accurate | Organized | Trustworthy | Responsible | Detail-oriented | Strong in follow-up
The candidate must be comfortable handling confidential financial information and able to identify and report financial discrepancies promptly.
Previous experience in automotive trading, import/export companies, international trade, logistics, or freight forwarding will be a strong advantage.
Management Reporting
The accountant should be able to provide management with a clear and up-to-date overview of:
Capital Invested | Cash Flow | Receivables | Payables | Vehicle Inventory | Landed Cost | Profit & Loss