Account Head

International Accounts Executive / Accountant

Location: Vashi, Navi Mumbai  

Experience: Minimum 5 Years  

Salary Budget: Up to ₹50,000 per month  

Department: Finance & Accounts  

Industry: International Trading / Import–Export

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented *International Accounts Executive / Accountant* to manage accounting and financial transactions related to our international trading business.

The candidate should have strong expertise in foreign exchange accounting, multi-currency transactions, advanced MS Excel, and hands-on experience with Zoho and Cosoha accounting software. The role involves managing receivables, payables, bank reconciliations, shipment-related costing, financial reporting, and coordination with the operations team.

Key Responsibilities

1. International Accounting & Financial Management

- Manage day-to-day accounting activities for international trading operations.

- Monitor accurate financial transactions and accounting ledgers.

- Monitor customer accounts, vendor accounts, outstanding balances, and payment schedules.

- Ensure timely and accurate accounting entries and financial records through the given team.

2. Forex & Multi-Currency Accounting

- Handle foreign currency transactions involving USD, EUR, GBP, and other applicable currencies.

- Monitor foreign currency transactions and monitor exchange rate fluctuations.

- Calculate and track foreign exchange gains and losses.

- Maintain accurate records of foreign currency receivables, payables, and settlements.

3. Accounts Receivable & Payable

- Manage customer collections, vendor payments, and outstanding balances.

- Maintain customer and supplier ledgers and conduct periodic reconciliations.

- Follow up on overdue receivables and coordinate payment schedules.

- Verify invoices, payment entries, and supporting documents.

4. Bank Reconciliation & Cash Flow (MOST IMPORTANT)

- Perform regular bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.

- Track incoming payments, outgoing payments, and bank transactions.

- Monitor cash flow requirements and upcoming payment obligations.

- Maintain accurate records of receipts, remittances, and bank charges.

5. International Shipment Costing

- Coordinate with the operations team to account for shipment-related expenses.

- Record and Monitor freight, CHA, port, container, and other export-related charges.

- Maintain consignment-wise costing records, including FOB and CNF/CFR costing.

- Compare estimated shipment costs with actual expenses and identify variances.

- Support management in evaluating shipment-wise profitability.

6. Accounting Software & Financial Records

- Monitor accounting records using Zoho and Cosoha software.

- Ensure accurate posting of transactions and proper ledger classification.

- Reconcile accounting records with invoices, bank statements, and operational reports.

- Maintain organised supporting documents for accounting transactions.

7. MIS & Management Reporting

- Prepare periodic MIS reports, outstanding statements, cash flow reports, and financial summaries.

- Use advanced MS Excel for data analysis, reconciliations, and reporting.

- Provide management with accurate and timely financial information.

- Track outstanding receivables, payables, forex exposure, and shipment costs.

8. Internal Coordination

- Coordinate with the International Operations team for shipment expenses, vendor bills, and consignment costing.

- Work with sales and procurement teams to verify invoices and payment details.

- Ensure operational and accounting records are aligned.

- Support month-end closing and other routine financial reporting activities.

Required Qualifications & Skills

- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in accounting and finance.

- Strong understanding of international trading and import–export accounting.

- Practical experience in forex and multi-currency accounting.

- Hands-on experience with Zoho and Cosoha accounting software

- Advanced MS Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and formulas.

- Good knowledge of bank reconciliation, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and cash flow monitoring.

- Experience in FOB/CNF costing and shipment expense reconciliation.

- Strong analytical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.

Preferred Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate should be capable of independently managing international accounting activities, maintaining accurate financial records, handling foreign currency transactions, and preparing reliable management reports. Experience in trading or import–export businesses will be an advantage.

How to Apply

*Salary:* Up to ₹50,000 per month, depending on experience and suitability.