Accounts Officer

Ghazali Education Foundation Pakistan

Lahore , Pakistan

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Ghazlai Education Foundation is looking for a diligent and detail-oriented Accounts Officer to oversee daily accounting operations. The role involves managing vouchers, cheque preparation, bank transactions, withholding tax calculations, and financial reporting. The successful candidate will ensure accuracy, timely processing, and compliance with relevant tax and accounting regulations.

Key Responsibilities
- Prepare journal vouchers and payment vouchers accurately and promptly.
- Prepare cheques for payments after thorough verification and approval.
- Monitor and manage bank balances to ensure sufficient funds for scheduled payments.
- Maintain organized filing of all vouchers and supporting documents for easy retrieval and audit purposes.
- Prepare financial and other reports as assigned by the Finance Manager.
- Liaise with banks regarding transactions, account matters, and related inquiries.
- Calculate and process withholding tax on salaries, supplies, and services, ensuring correct deductions and timely deposits.
- Perform any other accounts-related duties as assigned by the Finance Manager.

Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related field (B.Com, BBA, or M.Com preferred).
- 2-3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably within an educational institution or non-profit organization.
- Working knowledge of withholding tax rules and procedures applicable in Pakistan.
- Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, along with experience using accounting software.
- Strong understanding of vouchers, banking procedures, and bookkeeping.
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and integrity.
- Good communication skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
While not explicitly stated, experience in the education or non-profit sector is preferred, which may provide a collaborative and mission-driven work environment.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by 13th October 2026.