Logistics is people business – this guiding principle makes it clear that employees are the key factor to DACHSER's corporate success. Founded in 1930, our family-owned company is now one of the world's leading logistic providers. We provide intelligent logistic solutions worldwide. Together, we pursue the mission of creating the world's most intelligent combination and integration of logistic network competencies, thus optimizing our customers' logistics.
Are you looking for a job with prospects in a stable and future-oriented company? Then apply at DACHSER and drive the logistics of the future forward with us.
Tasks
Freight File Costing & Billing
- Validate operational charges, tariffs, and disbursements before invoicing.
- Ensure all costs are captured on the correct file and billed timeously.
- Reconcile file profitability and investigate variances.
Accounts Payable
- Match supplier invoices to estimates and operational costs.
- Reconcile supplier statements monthly.
- Ensure correct cost centre allocation.
Reconciliations
- Investigate discrepancies and ensure timely resolution.
Month-End Processes
- Support internal and external audit requirements.
Compliance & Controls
- Maintain accurate documentation for audit trails.
Qualifications
- Matric with Accounting.
- Diploma or Degree in Accounting/Finance (advantageous).
- Minimum 2–5 years accounting experience within freight forwarding/logistics.
- Strong understanding of freight billing, tariffs, and operational cost structures.
- Experience with accounting systems (e.g. SAP, Pastel)
- Strong Excel skills (Pivot tables, reconciliations).
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
Benefits
- Modern working environment with flexible working hours to support your work-life balance
- Provident Fund contributions made by both employee and employer
- A sustainably growing, family-owned business with diverse tasks in one of the industries of the future
- Comprehensive onboarding program and long-term career planning through the DACHSER Academy
- An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your mental well-being and personal resilience
Charmain Van Schalkwyk
HR Manager
Cape Town, Cape Town Office, Air & Sea Logistics, DACHSER South Africa (Pty) Ltd.
At DACHSER, all people are welcome. Diversity and equal opportunities are an integral part of our corporate culture. We see the uniqueness of each individual, and thus the diversity of our teams, as the driving force behind our daily work and innovations – because: Logistics is People Business. We look forward to meeting you.