Finance Executive / Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented and responsible Finance Executive / Accountant to join our Finance & Accounts team. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of relevant experience in accounting and finance, with strong hands-on knowledge of bookkeeping, tax compliance, reconciliations, financial reporting, and month-end/year-end closing. Candidates who have previously worked in a software house, IT company, technology business, or other service-based organization will be preferred. The successful candidate will work closely with management, auditors, tax consultants, banks, and internal departments to ensure accurate financial records, timely tax filings, and effective financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting & Bookkeeping
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date books of accounts.
• Perform monthly bookkeeping and ensure all financial transactions are properly recorded and classified.
• Record sales, purchases, expenses, receivables, payables, payroll-related entries, and other financial transactions.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Ensure proper documentation and supporting records for all accounting transactions.
• Monitor accounts receivable and accounts payable.

Tax Compliance

• Prepare and file monthly Sales Tax Returns within applicable deadlines.
• Prepare and file monthly Withholding Tax Returns/Statements.
• Maintain proper records of withholding tax deductions and certificates.
• Assist in preparation of tax workings and supporting schedules.
• Coordinate with tax consultants and relevant authorities when required.
• Stay updated with applicable tax rules, filing requirements, and compliance deadlines.

Bank & Account Reconciliation

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations for all company bank accounts.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between bank statements and accounting records.
• Reconcile receivables, payables, advances, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Ensure all bank transactions are accurately recorded and properly supported.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly and periodic financial reports for management.
• Prepare and maintain:
• Cash Flow Statements
• Profit & Loss Reports
• Expense Reports
• Accounts Receivable & Payable Reports
• Budget vs. Actual Reports
• Project/Department-wise financial reports where required
• Financial feasibility reports
• Assist management in analyzing expenses, cash position, profitability, and financial performance.
• Provide financial data and analysis to support management decision-making.

Month-End & Year-End Closing

• Assist in monthly closing of accounts and ensure all transactions are recorded before the close.
• Prepare necessary accruals, provisions, adjustments, and reconciliations.
• Perform annual account closing and prepare supporting schedules.
• Assist in preparation of year-end financial statements and closing entries.

Financial Statements & Audit

• Prepare/review financial statements including:
• Balance Sheet / Statement of Financial Position
• Profit & Loss / Statement of Comprehensive Income
• Cash Flow Statement
• Statement of Changes in Equity
• Supporting notes and schedules where required
• Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits.
• Prepare audit schedules and provide supporting documentation requested by auditors.
• Assist in resolving audit observations and accounting discrepancies.

Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Assist in preparation of annual budgets and periodic financial forecasts.
• Prepare financial feasibility and profitability analysis for new projects or business initiatives.
• Monitor actual expenses against approved budgets.
• Identify significant variances and report them to management.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Maintain proper financial documentation and filing systems.
• Ensure financial transactions comply with company policies and applicable accounting/tax requirements.
• Assist in improving accounting processes, controls, and reporting procedures.
• Identify accounting discrepancies, unusual transactions, or potential financial risks and report them to management.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and business information.

Additional Responsibilities

• Coordinate with HR, Administration, Procurement, Sales, and other departments regarding finance-related matters.
• Assist with payroll-related accounting and statutory deductions where required.
• Support management in preparing financial information for clients, vendors, banks, investors, or other stakeholders.
• Maintain proper records of fixed assets and assist with depreciation calculations.
• Assist with preparation of documentation for banking transactions, financing requirements, and other financial matters.
• Perform other finance and accounting responsibilities assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in accounting/finance.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Practical experience with Sales Tax and Withholding Tax compliance in Pakistan.
• Experience in preparing financial reports and financial statements.
• Strong understanding of bank reconciliation and month-end/year-end closing procedures.
• Good command of MS Excel, including formulas, lookup functions, Pivot Tables, and financial reporting.
• Experience with accounting/ERP software will be an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet strict tax and financial reporting deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with other departments.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a software house, IT company, SaaS company, or technology services organization.
• Experience handling accounting for a service/export-oriented business.
• Familiarity with foreign currency transactions and international client payments.
• Experience dealing with banks, tax consultants, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
• Experience with accounting software/ERP systems.
• ACCA, CA Inter, CMA, or relevant professional qualification/part qualification will be an advantage.

Key Skills

• Accounting & Finance: Bookkeeping, General Ledger, Bank Reconciliation, Financial Statements, Month-End Closing, Year-End Closing
• Taxation: Sales Tax, Withholding Tax, Tax Returns, Tax Compliance
• Reporting: Cash Flow, P&L, Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Feasibility Analysis, Expense Reporting
• Technical: MS Excel, Accounting/ERP Software
• Soft Skills: Attention to Detail, Analytical Thinking, Accountability, Time Management, Communication

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is hands-on, responsible, detail-oriented, and capable of independently managing day-to-day finance and accounting activities. The ideal candidate should not only be able to record transactions but also understand the financial position of the business, identify discrepancies, prepare meaningful reports, and support management with accurate financial information.