Specialist - Forwarding Finance - Global Service Centre

Job Description

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

About DP World Global Service Centre

DP World’s Global Service Centre (GSCs) are key enablers of growth delivering standardization, process excellence and expertise, and automation in areas of Finance, Freight Forwarding, Marine Services, Engineering and Human Resources, helping accelerate DP World’s growth and business transformation. As we experience exponential growth, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. Discover your next role here and change what's possible for everyone! As an equal employer that recognizes and values diversity and an inclusive culture, we empower and up-skill our people with opportunities to perform at their best. Join us and be part of an amazing team that is transforming the future of world trade.

Role Purpose

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to manage domestic and foreign vendor payments, ensuring compliance with Indian accounting standards, tax regulations (GST, TDS), and smooth execution of the end-to-end payment cycle.

Designation: Specialist-Forwarding Finance-Global Service Centre

Base Location: Navi Mumbai

Reporting to: Assistant Manager-Forwarding Finance-Global Service Centre

Key Role Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable & Payment Processing
• Execute end-to-end Accounts Payable processes including invoice verification, posting, and payment processing.
• Process domestic (India) vendor payments in accordance with company policies and agreed timelines.
• Ensure timely and accurate payment releases through banking platforms.
• Foreign Payments & Remittance
• Handle foreign vendor payments, including outward remittances in compliance with RBI guidelines.
• Prepare and validate documentation (Form 15CA / 15CB, invoices, agreements) for international transfers.
• Coordinate with banks and internal teams for smooth execution of foreign remittances.
• Track and manage foreign currency transactions and related accounting entries.
• Banking & Reconciliations
• Perform Bank Reconciliation Statements (BRS) on a regular basis.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between bank statements and accounting records.
• Maintain accuracy of cash and bank balances.
• Compliance & Taxation (India Accounting)
• Ensure compliance with Indian accounting standards and statutory regulations.
• Manage TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) calculations, deductions, and reporting.
• Handle GST compliance, including validation of GST invoices and input credit tracking.
• Support audits (internal/external) by providing required documentation.
• Vendor & Stakeholder Management
• Liaise with vendors to resolve payment-related queries.
• Coordinate with procurement, finance, and compliance teams for smooth transaction flow.
• Ensure vendor master data accuracy and documentation completeness.
• Process Improvement
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and enhance efficiency.
• Support automation and system improvement initiatives within accounts payable.
  
  

Skills & Competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and high-volume transactions
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
  
  

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, or Accounting.
• 3–6 years of experience in Accounts Payable, preferably with exposure to foreign remittances.
• Strong knowledge of:
  
  

Indian Accounting standards

GST & TDS regulations

Banking/payment processes

• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) is preferred.
• Good understanding of FEMA and RBI guidelines for foreign payments.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills.
  
  

DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief.