Accounting Support Lead - Military veterans preferred

Would you like to be part of the most international company in the world? A company operating in more than 220 countries worldwide and has been pioneering cross-border express shipping since 1969.  Would you like to be part of a business that connects people across the globe and want to make a difference? Then waste no time and join our amazing team at DHL Group. DHL Global Forwarding, Freight (DGFF) is the Group's air, ocean, and road freight specialist. We offer standardized transport as well as highly specialized end-to-end solutions to customers in a wide range of industries globally.


DHL Global Forwarding has an opening for a Accounting Support Lead in Port Louis,Mauritius. Join us in connecting people and improving lives!

Accounting Support Lead position

• ·       Plans and Completes a smooth running of all  RTR & Intercompany tasks in day to day activities and Reporting in the absence of the RTR & Intercompany Accountant
• ·       Plans and Completes a smooth month-end and year end closing activities related to RTR and Intercompany and CREST Reporting in accordance with the month end closed timetable and DP DHL guidelines, (e.g. IAS/IFRS principles and local GAAP) in the absence of the RTR & Intercompany Accountant
• ·       Ensures all Balance Sheet Reconciliations including Subledgers (Intercompany Accounts) are performed monthly, reviews and approves according to the guidelines
• ·       Ensure Team Adherence to Accounting Internal Controls in day to day activities, Internal and External Audit readiness and support in closing any gaps identified within agreed timeline
• ·       Review and provide feedback on Balance Sheet reviews and ensure that the open items are aligned as per the guidelines on Finance Wiki
• ·       Provide operational guidelines, coaching and on-the job training to team and drive process improvements.
• ·       Drives a high-performance service culture that nurtures and encourages service excellence, quality and a ‘can do’ mindset to meet and exceed customer expectations.
• ·       Introduce and steer innovation in existing functional processes, systems, techniques and methods, increasing effectiveness and efficiency - Analyze and recommend changes / improvements in the Accounting guidelines
• ·       Establish and maintain relationships with Stakeholders, collaborate to drive initiatives/ Ad Hoc Projects on Regional/ Global Finance Level
• ·       Involve in a the DGF MEA Accounting Academy
• ·       Prepare Training Materials for the training academy
• ·       Deliver training to new joiners, existing staff and finance team in the region
• ·       To ensure timely, accurate and complete financial reports are prepared in accordance with DHL policies

Now, here is what we need from you!

• ·       Strong analytical skills. Detail oriented and ability to work and interpret figures and other financial information
• ·       Strong interpersonal communication skills
• ·       Problem- Solving
• ·       Ability to address issues and effect change
• ·       Ability to always demonstrate a professional and objective perspective
• ·       A 'can-do' attitude and resilient character with the ability to manage expectations
• ·       Ability to work independently

• High sense of confidentiality and discretion

We offer:

·       Comprehensive training and development opportunities.

·       Mentorship from experienced freight forwarding professionals and senior leaders.

·       Opportunities for international travel and exposure within the Freight Forwarding Industry.

·       Potential for full-time employment upon successful completion of the program.

Why join DHL Global Forwarding?

We are part of Deutsche Post DHL, the world’s leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at 

Our TOP EMPLOYER prestigious certification attests to our best-in-class efforts to attract and retain talent by fostering a positive work environment and encouraging personal and professional development among employees. The development of talented women in our organization will be a focus for us and an important part of our DGF Strategy 2025. 

We aspire to become the undisputed leader in our industry, when people think of forwarding; we want them to think DGF because we have:

• The largest global network with more than ~30,000 passionate employees
• The most efficient processes and fastest response times
• The best solutions and best customer service

Our Vision: The Logistics Company for the World.

Our Mission: Excellence. Simply Delivered.
Our Purpose: Connecting People, improving lives.
Our Values: Respect & Results
Our Goals: Employer, Provider, and Investment of Choice, Living Responsibility

DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.