Assistant Manager - Logistics Finance

Lenskart; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Lenskart in India is seeking an Assistant Manager - Finance from the logistics industry to oversee end-to-end logistics costs from planning to delivery and to conduct month-on-month variance analyses.

You will prepare monthly MIS reports on logistics costs, ensure timely billing with courier partners, reconcile ledgers, and audit invoices while collaborating with the SCF Head and external vendors.

Qualifications

• CA or CMA qualification with 2–8 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, logistics, or factory settings.
• Strong ability to negotiate logistics costs and pricing with service providers.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end logistics costs from AOP to actual cost delivery.
• Conduct month-on-month variance analysis and provide explanations to the SCF Head.
• Prepare and present monthly MIS reports on logistics costs (domestic and international).
• Ensure timely and accurate billing with courier partners each month.
• Reconcile ledger balances monthly with all courier partners.
• Perform regular billing audits of courier partners.
• Manage comparison of projected vs. actual invoices for cost accuracy.
• Handle ledger reconciliation, no-due certificates, balance confirmations, and credit note management.

Skills

Logistics cost negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

CA or CMA qualification

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Looking for Assistant Manager - Finance from the logistics industry only!

Role & responsibilities:

• Oversee end-to-end logistics costs from AOP (Annual Operating Plan) to actual cost delivery.
• Conduct month-on-month variance analysis and provide detailed explanations to the Supply Chain Finance (SCF) Head.
• Prepare and present monthly MIS reports on logistics costs (both domestic and international).
• Ensure timely and accurate billing each month, in line with the terms agreed with courier partners.
• Reconcile ledger balances monthly with all courier partners to ensure accuracy.
• Perform regular billing audits of courier partners.
• Manage the comparison of projected vs. actual invoices to ensure cost accuracy.
• Handle ledger reconciliation, no-due certificates, balance confirmations, and credit note management.

Preferred candidate profile:

• CA, or CMA qualification with 2-8 years of relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing or factory setting or logistics industry.
• Strong skills in negotiating logistics costs and pricing with service providers.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to thrive in a customer-focused and high-pressure environment.
• Proven ability to work efficiently and effectively under tight timelines, maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• A proactive mindset with a continuous desire to learn, improve, and adapt.
• Proficient in basic MS Office applications (Excel and Word), with a working knowledge of ERP business systems.