Deputy Manager - Financial Reporting

Hamdard Pakistan seeks a diligent Deputy Manager - Financial Reporting to lead the preparation and review of accurate financial statements in compliance with International Accounting Standards (IAS), International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and applicable statutory requirements. This role demands a professional with deep expertise in financial reporting, general ledger management, and period-end closing activities, employing advanced Excel skills and ERP systems to enhance reporting efficiency. The successful candidate will guide a team of five ensuring timely and compliant financial disclosures while driving process improvements across the finance function. This position coordinates closely with Finance, Taxation, Treasury, and other departments to ensure seamless reporting operations and resolution of discrepancies. The Deputy Manager will also collaborate with internal and external auditors to validate financial controls and support audit processes. Critical to this role is maintaining high accuracy and completeness of financial data, applying pertinent accounting standards consistently, and advancing reporting practices through automation and control enhancements.
Responsibilities

Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, schedules, and disclosures adhering strictly to IAS, IFRS, and regulatory guidelines.
Ensure accurate application of accounting principles related to revenue recognition, leases, inventories, property, plant and equipment, provisions, financial instruments, and employee benefits.
Coordinate all month-end and year-end closing tasks, including reviewing journal entries and accruals to guarantee timely and accurate financial result finalization.
Perform thorough reviews of general ledger accounts, trial balances, intercompany transactions, and balance sheet reconciliations to confirm accuracy and completeness.
Develop financial analyses and variance reports identifying significant changes and potential risks, thereby supporting management decision-making.
Extract and reconcile financial data from ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle, validating the consistency of recorded transactions with reported outcomes.
Create and maintain advanced Excel models and templates utilizing PivotTables, lookup functions, SUMIFS, and automation tools to streamline reporting processes.
Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation, addressing audit observations, and ensuring adherence to internal controls and statutory requirements.
Identify and implement process improvements aimed at enhancing reporting precision, minimizing manual interventions, reinforcing controls, and expediting close cycles.
Lead and coordinate a team of five finance professionals, fostering collaboration with other departments to ensure timely and accurate submission of financial data and resolution of discrepancies.