Director of Accounting (Ports & Terminals)

Confidential; Mumbai; On-site; INR 5,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Mumbai is seeking an Accounting Director to lead all accounting operations for ports & terminals, ensuring IFRS compliance, strong internal controls, and timely financial closes.

The role supports growth, investment planning, governance, and strategic reporting, overseeing multi‑entity consolidation, tax, treasury, and asset management within a complex port environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field required.
• CPA/ACCA/CA/CMA or equivalent preferred; MBA an advantage.
• Strong IFRS knowledge and regulatory compliance experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end accounting for ports, terminals, and logistics operations.
• Oversee GL, AP, AR, fixed assets, treasury accounting, and inventory accounting.
• Ensure timely monthly, quarterly, and annual closes.
• Manage consolidation across multi‑entity structures and joint ventures.
• Ensure IFRS compliance and adherence to statutory tax requirements.
• Develop and enforce robust accounting policies and internal controls.
• Coordinate audits and manage relationships with auditors and regulators.

Skills

Financial leadership

Accounting operations

IFRS knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting & forecasting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Professional qualification (CPA/ACCA/CA/CMA)

MBA or Master’s Degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The Accounting Director is responsible for leading and managing all accounting operations, financial reporting, statutory compliance, and internal controls for the Ports & Terminals business. The role ensures accurate financial management across terminal operations, marine services, cargo handling, logistics activities, infrastructure assets, and associated commercial operations.

The position plays a critical role in supporting business growth, operational efficiency, investment planning, and financial governance within a complex, asset-intensive port environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Accounting Operations

• Lead the end‑to‑end accounting function for ports, terminals, and associated logistics operations.
• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, treasury accounting, and inventory accounting activities.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Manage consolidation of financial statements across multiple terminals, subsidiaries, or joint ventures.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, local statutory regulations, tax requirements, and corporate finance policies.
• Develop and implement robust accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Ports & Terminals Financial Management

• Oversee accounting treatment for port revenues including vessel handling, container operations, bulk cargo, storage, demurrage, marine services, and concession‑related income.
• Monitor accounting for large‑scale infrastructure assets including cranes, berths, terminal equipment, and marine assets.
• Ensure proper capitalization, depreciation, and impairment assessments for high‑value operational assets.
• Support concession accounting, lease accounting, and long‑term port infrastructure agreements.
• Partner with operations teams to improve financial visibility across terminal throughput, utilization, and operational costs.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and board‑level reporting packs.
• Coordinate annual external audits and manage relationships with auditors, regulatory authorities, and government entities.
• Ensure adherence to corporate governance standards and compliance frameworks.
• Lead tax reporting, VAT compliance, and regulatory filings across jurisdictions where applicable.

Budgeting & Strategic Support

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range financial planning processes.
• Provide financial analysis on terminal expansion projects, CAPEX investments, concession bids, and operational improvement initiatives.
• Support feasibility studies, investment appraisals, and commercial decision‑making.
• Deliver financial insights and KPIs to support operational and strategic objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting and finance team.
• Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Build finance capabilities aligned with the evolving needs of the ports and logistics business.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA, ACCA, CA, CMA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred
• MBA or Master’s Degree is an advantage

Experience

• 12–15+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience
• Minimum 5 years in a senior finance leadership role within:
• Ports & Terminals
• Maritime
• Shipping
• Logistics
• Infrastructure or Heavy Asset industries
• Strong understanding of port operations and terminal business models
• Experience managing large‑scale, multi‑entity accounting environments
• Proven experience in IFRS reporting, audits, and regulatory compliance