Accounts & Finance Lead | NIGHT SHIFT

Please review the job description carefully before submitting your application. Only shortlisted candidates and those who have completed the questionnaire will be contacted for an interview.

The role requires basic familiarity with USA-based Ocean Import Shipping and working knowledge of Climax CSUL, which aligns with the expectations with this role.
Fluent, professional spoken and written English is a must with minimum 8 months to 1+ years of finance experience in Freight Forwarding / Logistics (Oversead trade lanes preferred).

KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Location: Karachi
Industry: USA-Based Freight Forwarding (Sea & Air)
Shift Hours : Night Shift (07 PM till 04 AM)
Working Days : Monday till Friday
Experience : Minimum 1 + years
Payout slab : Payout slab is Variable (Flexibility to exceed the budget based on the relevant skills and experience)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Validate and approve Carrier & Airline invoices, trucking bills, warehouse/storage bills, and customs broker charges.
Coordinate job costing and profitability analysis per shipment (Sea/Air – Import & Export).
Maintain accurate SOPs for freight invoicing formats, credit notes, and debit notes aligning with USA forwarding standards.
Ensure compliance with incoterms, shipping documentation norms, and cargo handling cost structures.
Supervise customer invoicing, rate approvals, cost sheets, and ensure adherence to contractual billing terms (Prepaid / Collect shipments)
Track outstanding receivables, evaluate credit limits, and implement follow-up mechanisms to reduce DSO
Manage port charges, TSA fees, AMS Filings, port security surcharges, etc., ensuring correct cost booking.
Prepare MIS Reports, financial statements, and cash flow forecasts with emphasis on freight revenues, carrier charges, and operational margins.
Monitor and control freight cost allocation, handling charges, warehousing fees, terminal handling fees (THC), I.T. fees, AMS, ISF, customs duties, demurrage & detention.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s / Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA/ACCA/MBA preferred).
• Minimum 8 months or 1+ years of finance experience in Freight Forwarding / Logistics (Oversead trade lanes preferred).
• Familarity with Import/Export documentation (BL, AWB, HBL/HAWB), Incoterms & Shipping Finance workflow.
• Proficient in ERP / TMS / Freight Management Software (CargoWise, Descartes, Magaya, etc.).
• Advanced MS Excel & financial reporting skills.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication abilities.

If you carry the relevant experience apply with confidence with your updated resume.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Rs80,000.00 - Rs100,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Kindly rate your spoken and written English skills?
• Which accounting or freight finance software(s) have you used to manage shipment billing, payables, and receivables?
• How many years of experience do you have in managing accounts & finance operations for U.S. import/export operations during night shifts?

Please indicate “0” if not applicable

• Are you able to commute easily and work full-time in a night shift during these hours?

Work Location: In person