Assistant Accountant

We are seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant – FinOps to join our Finance Operations team based in Pakistan. This role primarily focuses on Accounts Receivable (AR) activities while providing support in reconciliations and financial reporting. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with company policies, and collaborating closely with the UAE finance team to facilitate smooth daily finance operations.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable (Core AR):
- Assist in reviewing customer contracts to verify accurate financial data prior to invoicing.
- Prepare and issue timely sales invoices, adjustments, and credit notes in accordance with company policies.
- Track outstanding receivables, follow up with customers, and escalate overdue accounts as necessary.
- Record customer payments, including bank transfers, cheques, Adyen, and Check Out transactions, ensuring correct allocation in the ERP system.
- Support AR reconciliations and maintain updated AR aging reports and collection trackers.

Finance Operations Support:
- Assist with monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy of company bank accounts.
- Post routine accounting entries and support general ledger account reconciliations.
- Participate in month-end close activities related to AR, including reconciliations and reporting.
- Prepare supporting schedules and reports for management review and audit purposes.

Compliance and Process Improvement:
- Ensure adherence to finance policies, internal controls, and compliance requirements.
- Provide necessary documentation to support internal and external audit requests.
- Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and recommend solutions to increase operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications

- ACCA student or affiliate preferred; alternatively, a graduate from a reputable university with a strong background in finance or accounting.
- 1 to 1.5 years of experience in accounting or finance operations, with exposure to Accounts Receivable preferred.
- Experience working at a Big 4 accounting firm is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with ERP systems, preferably Sage, and advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Effective communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

This position offers the opportunity to develop your finance career within an international environment, working closely with cross-border teams and gaining exposure to diverse financial operations. If you are proactive, detail-focused, and eager to contribute to a dynamic finance team, this role is an excellent fit.