Job Vacancy – Chartered Accountant (CA)

Azimar Group | UAE & India

Companies:

- Azimar Shipping LLC – Dubai, UAE
- Azimar Shipping & Logistics LLP – India

Position: Chartered Accountant / Group Finance Manager
Department: Finance & Accounts
Location: Dubai, UAE / Chennai, India
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reporting To: Managing Director

About Azimar Group

Azimar Group is an international freight forwarding and logistics organization with a strong presence across the UAE, India, Kuwait, and other international markets. With our own offices, warehousing facilities, and established global logistics networks, we are committed to operational excellence, financial discipline, and sustainable business growth.

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Chartered Accountant to oversee financial management, statutory compliance, taxation, internal controls, and financial reporting for our UAE and Indian entities.

Key Responsibilities1. Financial Management & Reporting

- Oversee accounting and financial operations of Azimar Shipping LLC (UAE) and Azimar Shipping & Logistics LLP (India).
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including P&L;, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
- Develop branch-wise profitability reports, shipment-level profit analysis, and consolidated management MIS.
- Monitor budgets, financial performance, operating expenses, and cost optimization.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations directly to the Managing Director.

2. Taxation & Statutory Compliance

UAE

- Ensure compliance with UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, and applicable Federal Tax Authority regulations.
- Manage tax returns, tax reconciliations, documentation, and regulatory deadlines.
- Coordinate annual audits and ensure compliance with applicable UAE accounting and reporting requirements.

India

- Manage GST, TDS, Income Tax, and other applicable statutory requirements.
- Ensure compliance with LLP Act provisions, MCA filings, and applicable financial reporting requirements.
- Coordinate with statutory auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities.




- Monitor intercompany transactions and applicable transfer pricing requirements.

3. Treasury, Banking & Working Capital

- Manage cash flow planning, banking arrangements, and working capital requirements.
- Monitor accounts receivable, accounts payable, customer credit exposure, and overdue collections.
- Evaluate bank facilities, credit limits, funding requirements, and financing costs.
- Manage foreign currency transactions and exchange rate exposure.

4. Freight Forwarding Financial Controls

- Monitor shipment-wise profitability across sea freight, air freight, customs clearance, transportation, and warehousing.
- Review carrier payments, overseas agent settlements, debit notes, and credit notes.
- Ensure timely reconciliation of overseas agent accounts and intercompany balances.
- Establish controls to prevent revenue leakage, incorrect billing, and unauthorized expenditure.
- Monitor branch-level profitability and operational cost allocation.

5. Internal Audit & Financial Governance

- Establish and strengthen internal financial controls, accounting procedures, and approval processes.
- Conduct periodic branch audits and review compliance with company financial policies.
- Identify financial risks, irregularities, and opportunities to improve financial efficiency.
- Develop standardized financial reporting across UAE and Indian branches.

6. Strategic Financial Planning

- Support the group's expansion and growth initiatives through budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Develop financial KPIs and dashboards for branch-wise revenue, gross profit, net profit, and collection performance.
- Evaluate current investments, warehouse operations, business opportunities, and expansion projects.




- Support management with business plans, financial projections, and capital allocation decisions.

Candidate Requirements

Educational Qualification

- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) from ICAI.
- Additional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, or MBA Finance will be an advantage.

Professional Experience

- Minimum 5–10 years of post-qualification experience in accounting, financial management, audit, or taxation.
- Experience in freight forwarding, shipping, logistics, or international trading organizations is strongly preferred.
- Practical knowledge of both UAE and Indian taxation and financial regulations.
- Experience handling multi-branch or multi-country financial operations.
- Strong expertise in Excel, ERP/accounting systems, financial modelling, and management reporting.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)KPIExpected OutcomeMonthly MIS reportingBy the 7th working dayBranch-wise profitabilityMonthlyGST, VAT and tax compliance100% on-time filingReceivables and collectionsReduction in overdue balancesBudget versus actual analysisMonthlyBank and agent reconciliationsMonthlyAnnual audit completionWithin statutory timelinesFinancial controlsNo material unresolved discrepanciesDesired Candidate Profile

We are looking for a commercially oriented Chartered Accountant who goes beyond conventional bookkeeping and statutory compliance. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong financial leadership, analytical capabilities, commercial awareness, and the ability to work directly with senior management.

The individual should be capable of building a disciplined finance function that supports Azimar Group's long-term growth strategy.

Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application: Interested candidates may submit their updated CV, current salary, expected salary, and notice period to [HR Email Address: [email protected]].

Email Subject: Application – Chartered Accountant – Azimar Group

Pay: ₹100,000.00 - ₹150,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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