Assistant Manager – Accounts & Internal Audit

Malek Foam Industry (Private) Limited is seeking a motivated and analytical CA Finalist to join as an Assistant Manager – Accounts & Internal Audit at its Kala Shah Kaku facility. This full-time, on-site role reports directly to the CFO/Head of Finance and offers hands-on experience in financial reporting, manufacturing accounts, product costing, inventory controls, ERP processes, and internal audit. The ideal candidate will play a key role in strengthening the company’s finance and audit functions while gaining exposure to various aspects of accounting and compliance within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts and Financial Reporting: Assist in the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes. Prepare general ledger reconciliations and supporting schedules. Review accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank, and inventory reconciliations. Support the preparation of financial statements and management reports. Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities. Coordinate with external auditors and provide necessary audit documentation. Assist with income tax, sales tax, and other statutory compliance requirements.

Costing and Inventory: Review product costing, bills of materials, and production consumption data. Analyze standard versus actual production costs and investigate variances. Monitor raw material, work-in-process, and finished goods inventory levels. Participate in physical stock counts and investigate any discrepancies. Review production yield, wastage, abnormal consumption, and negative inventory issues. Support improvements in ERP-based inventory and production control systems.

Internal Audit: Conduct risk-based audits covering procurement, production, inventory, sales, payroll, cash, and fixed assets. Review compliance with company policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and approval authorities. Test internal controls and identify any financial or operational weaknesses. Prepare clear audit observations along with practical recommendations. Follow up on corrective actions and report unresolved matters. Carry out special reviews and investigations as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications

The candidate must be a CA Finalist from ICAP with completed mandatory training/articles. Fresh candidates or those with up to two years of post-training experience are encouraged to apply. Articles completed at a reputable audit firm will be preferred. Exposure to manufacturing, inventory audit, or cost accounting is advantageous. A sound understanding of IFRS, ISAs, and basic Pakistani tax and corporate regulations is essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required, and experience with ERP systems is preferred. Strong analytical, communication, and report-writing skills are necessary. The candidate must be willing to work full-time on-site at the Kala Shah Kaku location.

Malek Foam Industry (Private) Limited is committed to equal employment opportunities and values diversity within its workforce. This role offers a valuable opportunity for a CA Finalist to develop expertise in a dynamic manufacturing environment while contributing meaningfully to the company’s financial and operational integrity.