About this role
Location: Lahore, Job Summary: The Staff Accountant will be responsible for supporting the Accounting Department by providing financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data. Responsibilities: Key Accountabilities:
• Prepare bank reconciliations and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner • Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to general ledger accounts • Journalize store level expenses for items such as utilities, store repairs and maintenance, travel expense, and field bonus as well as expenses associated with various credit card accounts • Prepare reconciliations for assets and liability accounts, including resolving reconciling items in a timely manner • Prepare account analyses on balance sheet and income statement and attend meetings with management to explain account changes, adjustments, and irregularities • Assist internal and external auditors in gathering information in an organized and timely manner • Complete month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities • Perform special projects as assigned by management and senior members of department
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field • CPA or CPA candidate preferred • 0-2 years of experience in related role, public accounting experience a plus • Experience with USGAAP and the accrual basis of accounting
Skills and Behaviors:
• Familiarity with large General Ledger system, SAP, and Hyperion Essbase is a plus • Proficient in Microsoft Office; advanced skills in Excel • Ability to learn quickly and possess a strong interest in growing in accounting and/or finance • Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task • Ability to adapt to change quickly and easily and shift approach in response to the demands of the situation • Demonstrated flexibility especially during month-end and year-end closing processes • Ability to work in a fast-paced and time sensitive working environment • Ability to work independently as well as work well in teams • Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to explain financial data and balances