Full time

We are looking for a Project Accountant to join and lead one of our prestigious client’s Finance team in Islamabad. You will contribute work towards the day-to-day accounting function for one construction project, ensuring GL transactions are recorded accurately as well as assisting with tax matters, audits, and the project costing at the year-end financial accounts.

ACCA/M.Com qualified (or other similar qualifications)
Certification or working knowledge of Xero and preferably QuickBooks.
Working knowledge of Construction projects is desirable.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

· Day to day Project construction Bookkeeping

· Inventory control and Petty cash Transactions

· Bank Account Maintenace and reconciliation on monthly basis.

· Preparation of journal entries and complete general ledger operations

· Preparation of monthly closings and financial statements

· Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts

· Assist with drawing up monthly financial reports

· Assist with year-end closings

· Prepare tax computations and returns

· Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts and financial dashboards

· Assist with payroll administration for Islamabad team

· Initiate the bank transfers / prepare payments for approval and release

· Coordinate, with HR, regular contributions to Provident Fund and EOBI

· Monitor and resolve bank issues including fee anomalies and check differences

· Perform Account/bank reconciliations

· Review and process expense reports

· Assist with preparation and coordination of the annual audit process for WIP and WC

· Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures

· Protect the company’s value by keeping information confidential

Education and Experience

· Preferably ACCA/M.Com

· Minimum of 3 years of work experience

· Sound knowledge of IFRS

· Knowledge of applicable laws including tax laws in Pakistan

· Proficient in Microsoft office, particularly Excel

· Proficiency in relevant accounting software QBO

· Knowledge of other relevant accounting software

· Accounting experience in Construction industry would be an added advantage

Key Skills and Competencies

· Eager to learn and take initiative

· High attention to detail and accuracy

· Strong planning and organizing skills

· Deadline-driven

· Good communication skills

· Strong problem-solving abilities

· Adaptable to new situations

· Discreet with information

· Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

. Ability to build rapport with clients, team members and partners

Salary: According to experience