Accounts officer/ DDO

A reputable organization is seeking a qualified professional with a strong background in finance, accounting, commerce, or economics to join their team. The ideal candidate will have completed 16 years of education from an HEC-recognized university and possess at least five years of relevant post-qualification experience. This experience should encompass financial management, budgeting, auditing, and ensuring compliance with public sector accounting rules and procedures. The role is positioned at Grade/PPS-7 with one vacancy available, and candidates must be no older than 35 years.

Key Responsibilities
The selected candidate will be responsible for managing financial operations in accordance with public sector accounting standards. This includes preparing and overseeing budgets, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with all relevant financial regulations. The role demands meticulous financial management and reporting, maintaining transparency and accuracy in all fiscal matters. Additionally, the candidate will be expected to support strategic financial planning and contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes within the organization.

Required Qualifications
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 16 years of education in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Economics, or a related discipline from an HEC-recognized university. Acceptable qualifications include but are not limited to:
- BS Accounting & Finance
- BS Banking & Finance
- BS Commerce
- BS Economics
- BS Economics & Finance
- BS Islamic Banking & Finance
- BS Financial Technology & E-Commerce
- BS Applied Accounting
- BS Financial Accounting
- BBA (Finance)
- BBA (Marketing & Finance)
- BBA (Islamic Business & Finance)
- Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) (Hons)
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
- MBA (Accounting & Finance)
- MBA (Banking & Finance)
- EMBA (Banking & Finance)
- MSc Economics
- MSc Applied Economics
- MSc Professional Accountancy

Candidates must also have a minimum of five years of relevant post-qualification experience in financial management, budgeting, auditing, and compliance with public sector accounting rules and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
While not explicitly stated, candidates with advanced degrees such as MBA or MSc in related fields and professional certifications like ACCA are highly desirable. The position offers an opportunity to work in a structured public sector environment with a clear pay scale (PPS-7) and the chance to develop expertise in public sector financial management. The application deadline is October 21, 2026.

This role is ideal for finance professionals seeking to leverage their skills in a public sector context, with a focus on compliance, auditing, and financial oversight. Applicants must meet the age limit of 35 years and demonstrate a strong commitment to accuracy and regulatory adherence in financial operations.