General Accounting Controller

SUMMARY:
Are you a detail-driven accounting professional with experience in freight forwarding? This role offers the chance to join a national industry leader in a permanent position where you'll manage creditors, reconciliations, and monthly financial reporting in a fast-paced, structured environment. Ideal for someone who thrives under pressure and values precision in their work.

POSITION INFO:

Role Overview:

About the Company:

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive and validate 3rd party supplier invoices and statements.
• Capture and reconcile creditor accounts on accounting systems (SUN & Pegasus).
• Process supplier payments and distribute remittance advice.
• Resolve invoice and payment queries by liaising with both operations and suppliers.
• Allocate payments accurately across accounts.
• Review age analysis reports and assist with follow-up actions.
• Support asset processing and contribute to the maintenance of the fixed asset register.
• Assist with preparation of the monthly balance sheet.
• Ensure all invoices are processed in collaboration with accounting clerks.
• Process accruals and month-end provisions.
• Prepare VAT returns and support VAT audits.
• Generate and submit monthly reports including VAT and asset reports.
• Assist in analysing expenses for budget preparation.
• Contribute to inter-company re-invoicing and ad-hoc finance tasks.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in a finance/accounting role.
• Background in freight forwarding or related sector preferred.
• Strong reconciliation, invoice processing, and payment management skills.
• Proficient in SUN or similar accounting systems.
• High level of computer literacy, particularly in Excel.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and query resolution skills.

What’s in it for you?

• Be part of a stable, respected freight forwarding company.
• Work in a collaborative finance team with a clear structure and processes.
• Exposure to international operations and industry best practices.
• Room to grow within a critical function of the business.

Application Process: