TRAFFIC KwaZulu-Natal

Imports/Exports Controller

SupportFinity

Apply Now

Job Description

Recruiter

Durpro Workforce Solutions

Job Ref

Date posted

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Location

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY

Our client, a leader in the shipping industry is seeking a highly experienced Imports/Exports Controller that is well versed in clearing to join their team based in Durban.

Job Purpose

Handling of the full client Controller process for Clearing of sea/freight/air/road functions for both imports and exports.

Minimum Requirements

Matric (as a minimum)
Further shipping or logistics courses or certificates will be advantageous
Minimum seven years' experience in import Bill of Entry tariffing and import and export procedures (sea and air, groupage and FCLs) as a Client Controller
Computer literacy: Outlook and Excel

Main Job Functions

Receive booking and open file/register on Shipshape
Process both import and export files - Air, sea and road from start to invoicing/delivery
Process Haz applications if applicable
Check stack dates/ATA and monitor all containers and LCL shipments
Process SAD500 for both imports/exports/RIT
Process EUR1/SI/Certificate and arrange fumigation/inspections
Request invoices from 3rd parties and process
Process disbursement journals for all files
Attend to queries/correspondence
Communicate with clients and suppliers
Backup in office for the rest of the team

Share this Job

LinkedIn Twitter Facebook

About This Role

Career insights for Treasurers and Controllers positions

Salary Benchmark

$156,100/year

Source: O*NET (USD)

Job Outlook

This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

Key Skills for This Role

Complex Problem Solving Critical Thinking Judgment and Decision Making Reading Comprehension Management of Financial Resources

Common Technologies

Exact Software Macola ES Microsoft Dynamics Oracle JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Microsoft PowerPoint Fund accounting software Hyperion Enterprise Intuit QuickBooks FileMaker Pro

Related Career Paths

Accountants and Auditors Budget Analysts Chief Executives Financial Examiners

Full Career Guide: Treasurers and Controllers