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Job Title: Head Accounts - TransportationLocation: Navi Mumbai - MaharashtraDepartment: Accounts - TransportationReports To: CFO and Transportation DirectorJob Summary: To lead the Accounts and Finance function of business vertical Transportation - managing day to dayaccounting of the business vertical, supervising the related accounts team, Preparing the MIS dataand analysing the data, handling other core functions, receivable management and vendormanagementKey Responsibilities: -Ensuring timely and correct invoicing to the customers- Timely recovery of the outstanding i.e within the credit period and monitoring of regularreceivable report and highlight the management the long dues with the issues if any-Monitoring the budgeted productivity of the fleet-Monitoring trip wise profitability ie whether the same is in line with the budget- Timely preparing and presenting the MIS on monthly basis-Ensuring that the payments to the vendors are done with in time ie within the credit periodagreed with the vendors-Ensuring that the advances to the vendors are done in time bound manner- Tracking the fleet repairs and management and same is in line with the budget-Ensuring that the insurance and taxes of the fleets are paid on time with NIL penalty- Assisting the team to prepare the Budget and tracking the same on monthly basis-Providing the regular support to TMS software in discussion with the software vendor-Ensuing that the internal controls and internal audits are conducted with no adverse findings-Liasioning with the banks-Develop and execute strategies to optimize transportation efficiency, reduce costs, andimprove customer service levels.-Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors negotiating rates and service contractsto enhance operational capabilities.-Monitor and evaluate transportation performance metrics, utilizing data analysis to identifytrends and areas for improvement.-Mentor and train junior staff, fostering an environment focused on continuous improvementand accountability.- Generate comprehensive reports for senior management on transportation performance,challenges faced, and proposed solutions.Qualifications: -Bachelor’s/Maters degree in Accounts and Finance- CA Inter and MBA in finance is added advantage- A minimum of 5 years of experience in transportation accounts and finance-In-depth knowledge of transportation regulations and best practices.- Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships withvarious stakeholders.-Proficiency in transportation management software- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.-Proven leadership ability to inspire and manage a team in a fast-paced logistics environment.