Key Responsibilities:

Audit & Statutory Compliance

-Manage and support internal, statutory, and transfer pricing audits

-Coordinate with auditors and ensure timely closure of audit observations

-Ensure adherence to accounting standards, tax laws, and statutory requirements

Accounting Systems & Process Optimization

-Utilize enterprise accounting systems for shipping and financial accounting

-Drive process improvements, system optimization, and adoption of digital tools

-Ensure accuracy, consistency, and efficiency in accounting workflows

Shipping Agency Accounting

-Review and reconcile shipping agency transactions and Statements of Account (SOA)

-Ensure accurate accounting of shipping-related revenues, costs, and settlements

-Maintain strong controls over agency accounting and reconciliations

Remittance & Stakeholder Coordination

-Handle remittance-related queries and resolutions

-Coordinate with banks and internal stakeholders for timely closures

-Ensure clear communication and documentation

Financial Review & Controls

-Conduct periodic reviews of books of accounts

-Identify discrepancies, risks, or anomalies and initiate corrective actions

-Strengthen internal controls to ensure data integrity and compliance

Review of Financials & Agreements

-Vet financial statements, reports, and statutory filings

-Review agreements and contracts for financial and compliance accuracy

Team Leadership

-Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals

-Drive performance, accountability, and continuous process improvement

-Foster a collaborative and compliance-focused work culture

Required Qualifications & Experience

Education : Postgraduate degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Finance

(M.Com / MBA – Finance preferred)

Experience :8–10 years of progressive experience in Accounting & Finance

-Prior exposure to Shipping / Logistics / Maritime industries preferred

-Strong knowledge of accounting standards, taxation, and statutory compliance

-Experience with shipping agency accounting and international finance practices

Key Skills & Competencies

-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

-High attention to detail and financial accuracy

-Ability to manage audits and regulatory interactions

-Effective stakeholder and cross-functional coordination

-Proven people management and leadership capability

Interested candidates may please write on ajay.k@mitrhr.com