Assistant Financial Controller

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Assistant Controller to join our team full-time at our Islamabad office, located near DHA Phase 2, Gate 1. This role involves managing complex accounting operations and end-to-end bookkeeping in accordance with US accounting standards. The successful candidate will work independently, handling month-end close activities, maintaining accurate financial records, and applying sound accounting judgment. Beyond routine bookkeeping, this position requires proactively identifying discrepancies, investigating financial issues, and delivering reliable financial insights while ensuring accuracy and consistency in all accounting processes. The working hours are from 2 PM to 11 PM Pakistan Standard Time.

Key Responsibilities
- Manage comprehensive bookkeeping and accounting operations, ensuring financial records are accurate and current.
- Independently perform complex account reconciliations, accruals, adjusting journal entries, and month-end closing activities.
- Prepare and review general ledger accounts, bank reconciliations, balance sheet schedules, and related documentation.
- Investigate discrepancies, identify unusual transactions, resolve accounting issues, and maintain the completeness and accuracy of financial data.
- Analyze financial statements to detect trends, variances, and potential risks, providing meaningful financial insights.
- Apply sound accounting judgment in managing complex transactions, adjustments, and financial reporting matters.
- Maintain proper documentation, internal controls, and compliance with applicable US accounting standards.
- Manage deadlines effectively, prioritize deliverables, and ensure timely completion of financial reporting tasks.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and support the implementation of efficient accounting workflows.
- Assist with audit preparation, financial reporting, and other accounting-related requirements as needed.
- Review accounting work and provide technical guidance to junior team members when applicable.

Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional accounting certifications such as ACCA, CA, CPA, or equivalent are preferred.
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant accounting and bookkeeping experience.
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, general ledger management, and month-end close procedures.
- Proven ability to handle complex reconciliations, accruals, adjusting entries, and end-to-end bookkeeping independently.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the capability to investigate discrepancies and exercise sound accounting judgment.
- Hands-on experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks Online, Xero, or similar platforms.
- Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly and professionally explain accounting matters.
- Ability to work independently, take ownership of deliverables, and operate with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in public accounting, outsourced accounting, or US accounting operations.
- Familiarity with financial reporting, budgeting, variance analysis, and internal controls.
- Experience reviewing junior accountants’ work and providing technical guidance.
- Knowledge of US tax-related bookkeeping requirements and audit support processes.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic accounting team while applying advanced accounting skills in a professional environment. If you are a motivated accounting professional seeking to grow your expertise within US accounting practices, this role provides a challenging and rewarding career path.