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Senior Logistics Accountant

itmtanzanialimited313 open roles

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We are seeking an experienced Senior Logistics Accountant (Cost Controlling and Operations) to join our client’s team. This role focuses on cost control and operations management within the logistics department. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in accounting, logistics, and operations management, with expertise in cost analysis, budgeting, and financial reporting. The role involves ensuring the accuracy of reports on costs, productivity, margins, and company expenditures.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial Management and Reporting:

  • Manage and analyze logistics costs, including transportation, warehousing, and handling
  • Develop and implement cost-saving initiatives to optimize logistics operations
  • Create and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for logistics operations
  • Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including variance analysis and trend identification
  • Collaborate with finance team to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations
  • Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
  • Analyze financial information and summarize financial status

Cost Control

  • Develop and implement cost control measures to ensure logistics operations are within budget
  • Analyze and negotiate contracts with transportation providers, warehouses, and other logistics vendors
  • Manage and optimize freight costs, including auditing and payment of freight bills
  • Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings and process improvement
  • Analyze logistics data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement

Operational Analysis:

  • Develop and implement process improvements to increase productivity and reduce costs
  • Conduct operational audits to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
  • Collaborate with operations team to optimize logistics processes and improve efficiency

Compliance and Risk Management:

  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and company policies
  • Identify and mitigate risks related to logistics operations and financial management
  • Collaborate with internal audit team to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
  • Ensure all documents are well stored/filled as per company policy

Systems and Technology:

  • Manage and optimize logistics software and systems, including Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
  • Collaborate with IT team to ensure integration and compatibility of logistics systems
  • Identify and implement opportunities for technology improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

Leadership and Communication:

  • Provide financial guidance and support to logistics management team
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, sales, and customer service
  • Communicate financial and operational performance to senior management and stakeholders
  • Lead and mentor junior team members, as needed

Decision Support:

  • Identify challenges and propose proactive solutions for the Head Of Logistics or Senior Management or the CEO to make decision
  • Anticipating potential issues and implementing preventive measures by providing relevant information and support to the Head Of Logistics or Senior Management or the CEO to make decision.
  • Collaborating with other team members to overcome obstacles and any change that a company will be facing

Educational and Experience Requirements:

  • Bachelor or Diploma in accounting/Finance or related field
  • An excellent written and oral command in Kiswahili and English
  • Knowledge of general accounting principles
  • Proficient in relevant computer software
  • Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirement
  • 5+ years in Finance/Accounting & Workshop related field experience
  • CPA (T) is an added advantage
  • Experience Working with logistics Company is an added advantage

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities or Required Competencies:

  • Certification in logistics, accounting, or related field (eg., CMA, CPA, CFA)
  • Experience with data analytics and visualization tools
  • Knowledge of lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies
  • Experience in a similar industry, such as transportation, warehousing, or supply chain
  • management. Deadline-oriented and an ability to stick to time constraints
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