“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.

• 15,000 trained professionals
• 250+ locations worldwide
• Fortune 500
• Globally unified systems

Finance & Operations:

• Oversee the day to day Accounting operations including A/R, A/P, Credit, GL, Capital Expenditure, Payroll, Treasury, Revenue Recognition and Cost Accounting.
• Prepare timely internal monthly accounts (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cashflows, and Analysis) for review by the Regional and Global Accounting teams.
• Liaise with external advisors on the preparation of statutory financial information and tax computations.
• Oversee all tax and regulatory compliance issues including the preparation and submission of information to statutory authorities for Payroll, VAT and Corporation Tax.
• Provide required information/documentation for Internal Control Evaluations and Internal/External Audits.
• Conduct reviews and evaluations for cost reduction opportunities.
• Contribute to decisions regarding financial strategy.
• Maintain a good relationship and communicate frequently with Operations.
• Provide support to the District Manager, specifically during the Annual Budgeting process.
• Participate in the negotiation of contracts (sales and purchases) and policies.

People:

• Recruiting, hiring, provide input and continually interview to find new potential candidates for the accounting department
• Identify, develop, and mentor a No. 2
• Review and conduct staff appraisals timely, and at a minimum once per year per employee
• Ensure all staff and positions have job descriptions, clear expectations and are working with structured development plans
• Continually provide coaching and training to the team members
• Review department goals and personal plans periodically with staff to ensure buy-in and accountability
• Assist new hires with mandatory training completion within the first 6 months

Customer:

• Support the District Manager and the Regional/Global Accounting teams.

 Compliance:

• Review company internal controls, specifically the Fınancıal Process Control Documentation.
• Promote compliance in diligently following all company policies and regulations and in being the role model of integrity and pride for all employees.
• Proactively communicate with the team to ensure continuous awareness and understanding of policies and regulations.
• Maintain a positive relationship with the Trade Compliance Manager and support all compliance efforts and trainings.

Culture:

• Proactively promote the company’s 10 cultural attributes:  Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary.

Systems:

• Be open to implementing new system changes and enhancements into your department. 
• Be involved and suggest system/process improvements.
• Set the tone of this environment within your department.

Qualifications

Training Requirements:

• Meet company standards of 52 hours training per year, including as needed management/leadership training

Education and Experience:

• Proven and strong experience as a Finance Manager, Assistant Controller or Controller
• 4 + years of Accounting and Finance experience (preferably in the Global Logistics Industry)
• Accounting Qualification (Country Specific)

Expeditors offers excellent benefits

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time 
• Health Plan
• Training and Personnel Development Program

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.