Trading Support Controller (Fertilizers Trading)

Mira Construction; Dubai; On-site; AED 133,920 - 178,560; Full time

Job summary

Mira Construction in Dubai is seeking a professional for a logistics role focused on financial accuracy. Responsibilities include reviewing logistics-related invoices, ensuring accuracy in pricing, and managing financial reconciliation.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in finance or related fields and have 2–5 years of experience in logistics and commodities trading. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in logistics and commodities trading, preferably in fertilizers or bulk materials.
• Understanding of Incoterms, shipping documentation, and logistics cost structures.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify logistics-related invoices against contracts.
• Ensure accuracy of pricing and contractual conditions.
• Liaise with operations and logistics to clarify financial issues.

Skills

Logistics and commodities trading

Excel skills

Analytical and problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Review and verify logistics‑related invoices, freight, inspection, and storage against contracts and supporting documents.
• Ensure accuracy of pricing, quantities, Incoterms, and contractual conditions in all financial documents.
• Prepare and submit invoices for payment in line with internal approval procedures and payment schedules.
• Perform operational reconciliation of balances with counterparties and service providers in coordination with the accounting team.
• Consolidate mutual settlements and monitor open positions across multiple contracts and shipments.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies related to pricing, logistics costs, quantities, and quality claims.
• Liaise with Operations, logistics, and counterparties to clarify contractual and financial issues.
• Support contract execution by ensuring all financial aspects are aligned with shipment documents (BL, invoices, certificates).
• Work closely with Finance and Accounting teams to ensure proper allocation of costs and revenues per trade.
• Support month‑end closing by providing reconciliations, accruals, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of trade‑related financial data in internal files and the CRM system.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in logistics and commodities trading, preferably in fertilizers, agri‑products, or bulk materials.
• Understanding of Incoterms, the trade lifecycle, and shipping documentation (BL, COA, laytime calculations).
• Experience with logistics cost structures, including freight, inspections, and demurrage/dispatch.
• Strong Excel skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to work with large volumes of data.
• Strong communication skills for interaction with international counterparties.
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented.
• Quick learner with the ability to adapt to new systems and processes.
• Result‑driven with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Team player with good communication and interpersonal skills.