Finance Executive

Job Purpose

To manage all stages of international trade documentation, financing, and banking relations.

The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, pleasant demeanour, customer-service mindset and ability to multi task.

Job Responsibility

• Prepare T/T (Telegraphic Transfer) online for Banking Transactions: Initiate electronic fund transfers for international payments.
• Follow-up with Bank for TR, DP, CAD, DA, Export IF Financing, LC discounting: Coordinate with banks regarding various financing options such as Trust Receipts, Documentary Payments (DP/CAD/DA), Export Invoice Financing, and Letter of Credit (LC) discounting.
• Prepare & Submit TR & Export IF Applications to Banks: Process applications for short-term financing facilities.
• Prepare & Submit Documents under DP, CAD, DA, LC & OA: Assemble and submit complete documentation packages for different payment terms (Documents Against Payment, Cash Against Documents, Documents Against Acceptance, Letter of Credit, and Open Account).
• Issue C/O (Certificate of Origin) & Insurance as & when required: Prepare necessary compliance and shipping documents.
• Prepare & Submit Documents under L/C and D/P in Banks: A specific reiteration of submitting documentation for common trade payment methods.
• Follow-up with Bank & Agents for documents & payments under DP, CAD, DA, LC & OA: Track the status of documents and incoming/outgoing payments with all involved parties.
• Dispatch original documents to buyers as & when advised: Ensure timely and secure delivery of crucial original documents to the buyer or their bank.
• Filing of all Documents in the respective files on daily basis: Maintain organized and accurate records of all transactions.

Skills, Experience and Qualification Required

• Knowledge of preparing, verifying, and processing a wide range of documents including Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Bills of Lading (BL/HBL/MBL), Certificates of Origin (C/O), and Insurance documents.
• Strong understanding of international payment terms and mechanisms
• Experience in liaising with banks, preparing applications for trade finance facilities (e.g., Trust Receipts, Export Invoice Financing), and following up on payment statuses.
• Knowledge of international trade regulations, customs requirements, and Incoterms to ensure all transactions are compliant and avoid delays or penalties.
• Competency in Microsoft Office and relevant software.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills are needed to coordinate with diverse stakeholders (internal teams, banks, agents, international buyers).