Specialist

Job description About DP World Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world s trade flow better, changing what s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111, 000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that s fit for the future. We re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades. Whats more, were reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer s door. About DP World Global Service Centre DP World s Global Service Centre (GSCs) are key enablers of growth delivering standardization, process excellence and expertise, and automation in areas of Finance, Freight Forwarding, Marine Services, Engineering and Human Resources, helping accelerate DP World s growth and business transformation. As we experience exponential growth, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. Discover your next role here and change whats possible for everyone! As an equal employer that recognizes and values diversity and an inclusive culture, we empower and up-skill our people with opportunities to perform at their best. Join us and be part of an amazing team that is transforming the future of world trade. Role Purpose: Global Freight Forwarding Finance is responsible for managing global intercompany reconciliation activities across Freight Forwarding entities and regions. The role ensures accurate reconciliation, timely resolution of differences, effective intercompany netting and settlement, and compliance with group financial controls. The position serves as a key liaison between Group Finance Team, Regional Finance Teams, Global Shared Service (GSC) Team and Freight Forwarding Operations to support accurate financial reporting and efficient working capital management. Designation: Specialist - Forwarding Finance - Global Service Centre Base Location: Navi Mumbai Reporting to: Asst. Manager -Finance-Freight Forwarding Key Role Responsibilities: Global Intercompany Reconciliation Perform monthly reconciliation of intercompany balances and transactions across global Freight Forwarding entities using Oracle/other system reports for GSC supported entities. Perform intercompany reconciliations between GSC supported entities and other intercompany counterparts on a monthly and ad hoc basis. Investigate and resolve intercompany mismatches, unreconciled balances, and aged open items. Coordinate with GSC Finance teams, Regional Finance teams, and intercompany counterparties to ensure timely resolution of reconciling items. Ensure completion of intercompany reconciliations within agreed timelines. Monitor intercompany ageing and drive corrective actions to minimize outstanding balances. Netting Settlement Management Prepare and execute global intercompany netting and settlement processes for Freight Forwarding entities supported by GSC using Oracle or other prevailing systems. Validate balances included in netting cycles and coordinate with participating entities and GSC Freight Forwarding Finance teams. Track settlement status and ensure timely closure of outstanding intercompany positions. Prepare reports and dashboards related to netting participation and settlement performance. Stakeholder Management Partner with Global Freight Forwarding Finance, Regional Controllers, Global Shared Service Centre, and Operations teams. Facilitate regular governance discussions to review reconciliation status and aged balances. Provide timely updates and escalate critical issues impacting financial close or settlements. Build strong working relationships with GSC teams and global stakeholders to drive issue resolution and ensure process compliance. Controls, Compliance Reporting Ensure compliance with company accounting policies, internal controls, and financial governance requirements. Maintain complete reconciliation documentation with audit ready supporting evidence. Support internal and external audits by providing required data, explanations, and supporting schedules. Prepare reconciliation metrics, KPIs, and management summaries to support governance and decision making. Process Maturity Continuous Improvement Support Process Maturity Model (PMM) initiatives as directed by the Team Lead or Manager. Execute assigned process improvement actions and support implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs). Identify process gaps, recurring reconciliation issues, and bottlenecks, and recommend practical improvements. Participate in continuous improvement and system enhancement initiatives related to intercompany accounting, reconciliation, netting, and reporting. Contributes to automation, standardization, and simplification of reconciliation and settlement activities to reduce manual effort and cycle time. Assist in maintaining and updating process documentation, work instructions, SOPs, and knowledge repositories. Support data collection and preparation of metrics required for governance reviews and process maturity assessments. Share process knowledge and best practices to promote consistency and standardization across regions. Proactively escalate unresolved discrepancies, risks, or inefficiencies to the Team Lead/Manager. Participate in cross functional and system training to strengthen understanding of end to end intercompany processes and business impact. Skills Competencies: Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data management. Strong understanding of Intercompany Accounting, Balance Sheet Reconciliations, and Financial Close processes Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle Fusion, SAP or similar financial systems. Ability to work well in a team environment while also being able to handle individual tasks effectively. Proficiency with MS Office, particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting Ability to analyse large datasets and identify root causes of reconciliation differences. Effective communication and problem-solving skills to manage customer inquiries and resolve issues professionally. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information. Education, Qualifications Experience Bachelor s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field. 3-5 years of experience in Inter Company Reconciliation for Global operation or a related field. Knowledge of accounting principles. Familiarity with accounting software and systems (e. g. Oracle). Disclaimer : This job posting has been aggregated from external source. Role details, content, and availability are subject to change. Applicants are advised to confirm the latest information directly on the company website before applying. Role: Finance & Accounting - Other Industry Type: Courier / Logistics Department: Finance & Accounting Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Role Category: Finance & Accounting - Other Education UG: Any Graduate PG: Any Postgraduate Key Skills Finance ManagerERPData analysisSAPOracleMS OfficeFreight forwardingBalance SheetAuditingLogistics