Senior Accountant

Company description

Total Freight International (TFI) is a UAE-based leader in global freight and logistics with over 35 years of operational excellence. As a single-window logistics provider, TFI supports local and international businesses with end-to-end cargo transportation, warehousing, distribution, and specialised Importer / Exporter of Record services. The company operates a robust infrastructure and a global agent network, delivering tailored, reliable solutions across complex supply chains. TFI holds GDP certification for pharmaceutical logistics and is a GCAA-licensed agent for dangerous goods by air, reflecting its strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance. Serving industries from automotive and aviation to healthcare, FMCG and e-commerce, TFI offers real-time visibility, secure facilities and responsive service to its partners.

Role overview

The Senior Accountant is a full-time, on-site role based in Dubai, responsible for the accuracy and integrity of the company’s financial records and reporting. You will be the final checkpoint on our financial processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance, while giving management the insight to manage costs, strengthen cash flow and identify opportunities for improvement and growth.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, monthly and annual financial statements, and management reports

• Manage accounts payable and receivable, oversee billing and collections, and monitor cash flow to ensure timely payments and healthy liquidity

• Coordinate budgeting and forecasting, and perform variance and cost analyses

• Support internal controls and ensure compliance with local regulations and company policies

• Assist with internal and external audits, including preparing audit schedules and supporting documents, responding to auditor queries, following up on audit findings, and supporting year-end audit submissions

• Partner with operations, logistics and leadership teams to provide financial insights

• Contribute to process improvements and system optimisation within the finance function

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; professional certification (Inter CA, CPA, ACCA, CMA) is an advantage

• Strong core accounting skills: general ledger management, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end and year-end closing

• Solid financial analysis and planning skills, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and cost control

• Hands-on experience with accounting software and ERP systems, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills

• Working knowledge of UAE accounting standards, VAT and other compliance requirements relevant to logistics and freight operations

• Experience supporting audits, including internal and external audit coordination

• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and the organisation to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• Clear communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present financial information to stakeholders

• Prior experience in logistics, freight forwarding or supply chain, and in a senior or supervisory accounting role, is highly beneficial