Accounts Officer

4738 views

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Accounts Officer will be responsible for the book-keeping and accounts management of a mega scale Government sponsored project:

Maintaining financial records.
Creating and processing invoices.
Cross-checking invoices with payments and expenses to ensure accuracy.
Managing the Project’s accounts payable and receivable.
Prepare vouchers, cheques and financial documents for the release / disbursement of funds as approved.
Ensure strict compliance to tax laws and PPRA rules and other applicable government laws, procedures and policies.
File payment vouchers and receipts and keep soft copies of all payments and receipts using Excel or any accounting software.
Maintain Budget oversight to ensure commitments and disbursement are in line with project approvals.
Well conversant with finance and accounting requirements, policies and procedures set by Govt of Pakistan through various channels, in particular PPRA and Planning Commission.
Regularly reconcile bank statements with internal records to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
Familiar/experienced with financial accounting / record keeping, preparation of cash plans, balance sheets and related documentation best practices.

Preference would be given to those experienced in using/working with Planning Commission's online accounting and reporting software including PMES and management of NIS codes.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

BBA/BS (Accts, Finance). Preferably with 01-year relevant experience.
Proficiency in at least one of the standard accounting software application and Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.

PREFERRED SKILLS

Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.
Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial reporting.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint (or equivalent software, Google Office)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

ADDITIONAL NOTES

Incomplete applications and applications with fake/false documents will be rejected at any stage during or after recruitment process.
The hired candidate will undergo a 2‐3 month training period during which the candidate will be on probation. The final appointment will be confirmed after completion of the training period.
Pakistani Diaspora is highly encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview and written test. No TA/DA will be admissible for test /interview.

The Organization reserves the right to withdraw/cancel the vacancies at any stage without assigning any reason.