Transport Finance & Cost Control Officer

About the Role

This role monitors transport operational costs, prepares financial reports, analyzes profitability, and enforces financial discipline across logistics operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and monitor transport operation budgets and monthly performance reports
• Track revenues, profitability, and expenses per trip/project
• Monitor expenditures including fuel, maintenance, overload charges, detention costs, and driver allowances
• Analyze operational costs and recommend cost-saving measures
• Verify payments for suppliers, drivers, and subcontractors
• Strictly monitor trip expenses from Djibouti to various Ethiopian destinations
• Track specific costs such as fuel consumption, truck maintenance, driver allowances, escort/traffic costs, and loading/unloading expenses
• Ensure rigorous collection and verification of supporting documents for all expenses
• Monitor planned vs. actual revenue and prepare profit/loss analyses per cargo/project
• Evaluate quotes against actual operational costs and support management in pricing strategies
• Record and manage financial transactions utilizing Zoho systems
• Coordinate with operations, logistics, and fleet departments to ensure financial discipline
• Follow up on client payments, transport claims, and support contract administration
• Ensure full compliance with company financial procedures and policies

Skills Required

Fields of Study

• Accounting
• Finance
• Business Administration

How to Apply

Send your CV, cover letter, and supporting documents via email; find contact details below.