🎁 Before you apply, rehearse this interview. Create your free WorkMundi account and get an Interview Training on HelpsYouSpeak — no cost, no card. I want my training →
About the role The Accountant will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting and financial activities of the freight forwarding/NVOCC company, ensuring accurate recording of revenue, expenses, customer invoices, supplier invoices, receipts, payments, bank transactions, and shipment-related financial data. The role requires close coordination with Sales, Pricing, Customer Service, Operations, Documentation, Shipping Lines, Overseas Agents, Transport Providers, Customers, and Management to ensure accurate billing, timely collections, proper vendor payments, and effective financial control. The Accountant will also support management with financial reports, cash-flow monitoring, receivables/payables management, shipment profitability, and compliance with applicable accounting and tax requirements. Key responsibilities Maintain accurate day-to-day accounting records and ensure all accounting transactions are properly supported by relevant documentation Record sales invoices, purchase/vendor invoices, receipts, payments, credit notes, debit notes, and journal entries in the accounting/ERP system Coordinate with Customer Service and Operations to identify shipments ready for invoicing and verify all billable services are included in customer invoices Maintain accurate customer receivable records, monitor outstanding balances, prepare customer statements, and follow up on overdue payments Process and verify supplier invoices against quotations, rate agreements, and supporting documents before payment Verify shipping line invoices against agreed freight rates and identify incorrect, duplicate, or unexpected charges Maintain accurate financial information at shipment/job level and compare revenue against direct shipment costs Record daily bank transactions, perform regular bank reconciliations, and monitor company bank balances Maintain accounts payable/receivable records relating to overseas agents and reconcile agent statements regularly Prepare or assist in preparing regular financial reports including Profit & Loss Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Report, and Accounts Receivable/Payable Aging reports About you Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field preferred 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience Experience in freight forwarding, NVOCC, shipping, logistics, or transportation is highly preferred Strong knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping Experience with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable Strong reconciliation skills and good knowledge of bank reconciliation Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy Excellent Excel skills and experience with accounting software/ERP systems Good analytical and problem-solving skills with strong organizational and time-management skills Ability to handle confidential financial information and work under deadlines, particularly during month-end closing
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
11.726Jobs
3.242US
87%EN
Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
When you interview for an accountant role, expect this question: "Walk me through how you'd handle a transaction that doesn't reconcile." Hiring managers ask it because they want to see your troubleshooting method, not just whether you found the error. Practice explaining your logic step-by-step — what you check first, how you document it, and how you escalate if needed. That matters more than the final answer.
WorkMundi offers a free interview rehearsal using your browser voice (no AI, unlimited takes) and a paid AI interview option that listens live and writes your responses as you speak.