Finance Officer opportunity within a fast-paced international logistics business

Our new company:Join a well-established and growing organisation operating within the international logistics, freight forwarding and warehousing sector. Renowned for delivering exceptional service to customers across complex supply chains, this business offers a collaborative and supportive environment where employees are valued and given the opportunity to build long-term careers. Due to continued growth, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Coordinator to support both finance and operational functions.
Your new role:Reporting to management, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the day-to-day financial administration of a busy logistics and warehousing operation. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate customer billing, maintaining account integrity and supporting wider finance activities across the business.
Key responsibilities include:

- Preparing and issuing warehouse storage, handling and service invoices
- Managing accounts receivable and following up outstanding debts
- Reconciling customer and supplier accounts
- Reviewing operational charges to ensure accurate customer billing
- Assisting with accounts payable and finance administration tasks
- Maintaining financial records and supporting documentation
- Liaising with customers, suppliers and operational teams regarding account queries
- Supporting month-end reporting and finance processes
- Managing company expenses and credit card reconciliations
- Contributing to process improvement initiatives and compliance activities

What you’ll need to succeed:




To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Previous experience in Accounts Receivable, Accounts Administration or Finance Administration
- Experience within freight forwarding, logistics, transport, customs or warehousing environments
- Strong exposure to CargoWise or similar logistics management systems
- Proven experience in debtor management and collections
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- High attention to detail and strong data accuracy
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities
- Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage customers regarding outstanding accounts
- A proactive, reliable and process-driven approach to work

Experience with warehouse billing, freight cost structures, inventory operations or month-end finance processes will be highly regarded.
What you’ll get in return:

- Stable, full-time chance with a growing industry leader
- Exposure to a dynamic international logistics and warehousing environment
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Convenient eastern suburbs location with on-site parking and the potential to utilise the northern suburbs office
- Long-term career development opportunities
- Competitive salary package based on experience
- Opportunity to expand your finance and operational knowledge within a specialised industry

What you need to do now:If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.#3025009

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