Finance COE Accountant

Description

Please note that the Job will close at 12am on Posting Close date, so please submit your application prior to the Close Date
Grade - 11



About the Role:

We are seeking Finance Accountant with strong analytical and automation skills to manage financial processes related to Duties & Taxes (D&T) function within the Record to Report (RTR) domain. This role bridges finance and technology and is pivotal in driving financial accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement across duty recovery accounting. The ideal candidate will leverage financial expertise, data-driven insights, and process automation to optimize reporting and decision-making. Please note this is not a taxation-related job but is related to recovery of custom duties paid on behalf of customers.

RTR – Duties recovery accounting

Streamline repetitive finance processes such as reconciliations, reporting, and data consolidation
Monitor, analyze, and resolve open items balance sheet accounts to ensure timely clearing.
Act as a subject matter expert providing end-to-end insights and identifying trends for process optimization.
Drive improvements in duty recovery accounting processes and elevate operational standards.
Coordinate with internal teams (STC, PTP, OPS) and external partners to resolve financial discrepancies and ensure compliance.
Oversee BPO activities, guide process execution, and ensure alignment with company standards.
Collaborate with auditors by preparing detailed documentation and audit trails for duty-related transactions.
Deliver training and documentation on best practices to finance teams.
Manage financial data integrity and reporting accuracy using advanced analytics tools.
Identify process gaps and propose actionable solutions to management.
Lead and participate in cross-functional initiatives to fix processes and build scalable solutions.
Ensure adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements.


You will be a great fit if you have:

3-5 years of relevant work experience.
Proven experience with automation tools (e.g., VBA, Power Query, RPA, Alteryx etc).
Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
Prior experience in determining the process issues/ gaps and helping the management to improve the process.
Strong financial accounting knowledge, including accruals, reconciliations, and revenue accounting.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.


Education: CA/Post Graduate/MBA with accounting experience and knowledge

Please note that the Job will close at 12am on Posting Close date, so please submit your application prior to the Close Date
Grade - 11

About the Role:

We are seeking Finance Accountant with strong analytical and automation skills to manage financial processes related to Duties & Taxes (D&T) function within the Record to Report (RTR) domain. This role bridges finance and technology and is pivotal in driving financial accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement across duty recovery accounting. The ideal candidate will leverage financial expertise, data-driven insights, and process automation to optimize reporting and decision-making. Please note this is not a taxation-related job but is related to recovery of custom duties paid on behalf of customers.

RTR – Duties recovery accounting

• Streamline repetitive finance processes such as reconciliations, reporting, and data consolidation
• Monitor, analyze, and resolve open items balance sheet accounts to ensure timely clearing.
• Act as a subject matter expert providing end-to-end insights and identifying trends for process optimization.
• Drive improvements in duty recovery accounting processes and elevate operational standards.
• Coordinate with internal teams (STC, PTP, OPS) and external partners to resolve financial discrepancies and ensure compliance.
• Oversee BPO activities, guide process execution, and ensure alignment with company standards.
• Collaborate with auditors by preparing detailed documentation and audit trails for duty-related transactions.
• Deliver training and documentation on best practices to finance teams.
• Manage financial data integrity and reporting accuracy using advanced analytics tools.
• Identify process gaps and propose actionable solutions to management.
• Lead and participate in cross-functional initiatives to fix processes and build scalable solutions.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements.

You will be a great fit if you have:

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Proven experience with automation tools (e.g., VBA, Power Query, RPA, Alteryx etc).
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Prior experience in determining the process issues/ gaps and helping the management to improve the process.
• Strong financial accounting knowledge, including accruals, reconciliations, and revenue accounting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Education: CA/Post Graduate/MBA with accounting experience and knowledge

Analytical Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Judgement & Decision Making Skills, Numerical Skills, Presentation Skills

FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people first, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce in which we enforce fair treatment, and provide growth opportunities for everyone.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth or a related medical condition), physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Our Company

FedEx is one of the world's largest express transportation companies and has consistently been selected as one of the top 10 World’s Most Admired Companies by "Fortune" magazine. Every day FedEx delivers for its customers with transportation and business solutions, serving more than 220 countries and territories around the globe. We can serve this global network due to our outstanding team of FedEx team members, who are tasked with making every FedEx experience outstanding.

Our Philosophy

The People-Service-Profit philosophy (P-S-P) describes the principles that govern every FedEx decision, policy, or activity. FedEx takes care of our people; they, in turn, deliver the impeccable service demanded by our customers, who reward us with the profitability necessary to secure our future. The essential element in making the People-Service-Profit philosophy such a positive force for the company is where we close the circle, and return these profits back into the business, and invest back in our people. Our success in the industry is attributed to our people. Through our P-S-P philosophy, we have a work environment that encourages team members to be innovative in delivering the highest possible quality of service to our customers. We care for their well-being, and value their contributions to the company.

Our Culture

Our culture is important for many reasons, and we intentionally bring it to life through our behaviors, actions, and activities in every part of the world. The FedEx culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970’s. While other companies can copy our systems, infrastructure, and processes, our culture makes us unique and is often a differentiating factor as we compete and grow in today’s global marketplace.