Accountant

MMSJ International Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a highly competent and experienced Chartered Accountant (CA) to manage and supervise the company's financial, accounting, taxation, reporting, budgeting, and financial-control functions.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring cash flow, preparing management accounts, controlling costs, supporting mining and trading projects, and ensuring compliance with applicable tax, corporate, and accounting requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounting & Financial Management

• Manage the company's complete accounting and bookkeeping functions.
• Maintain accurate general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank records.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Reconcile bank accounts, supplier accounts, customer accounts, and project accounts.
• Ensure all financial transactions are properly recorded and supported by documentation.

2. Financial Planning & Budgeting

• Prepare annual budgets and project-specific financial plans.
• Monitor actual expenditure against approved budgets.
• Prepare financial forecasts and cash-flow projections.
• Identify unnecessary costs and recommend cost-saving measures.
• Provide management with financial analysis for business decisions.

3. Mining & Project Finance

• Maintain separate financial records for mining, processing, trading, and other projects.
• Monitor project costs, production expenses, transportation costs, procurement costs, and operational expenditures.
• Calculate project profitability and margins.
• Prepare financial feasibility and investment analysis for new projects.
• Review financial terms of joint ventures, contracts, and commercial agreements.

4. International Trade & Commercial Finance

• Monitor receivables, payables, advances, deposits, commissions, and trade-related expenses.
• Review commercial invoices, purchase orders, contracts, and payment schedules from a financial perspective.
• Coordinate with banks regarding international payments and trade transactions.
• Assist management with LC, TT, bank transfer, and other legitimate trade-finance documentation.
• Monitor foreign-currency transactions and exchange-rate impacts.

5. Taxation & Compliance

• Ensure timely preparation and filing of applicable tax returns and statutory documents.
• Coordinate with tax advisors, auditors, banks, regulators, and government authorities when required.
• Maintain proper tax records and supporting documentation.
• Ensure the company complies with applicable Pakistani accounting, taxation, and corporate requirements.

6. Internal Controls

• Establish and maintain strong financial controls.
• Review payment requests, purchase expenses, invoices, and supporting documents.
• Implement appropriate approval procedures for company expenditures.
• Monitor potential financial risks, irregularities, and control weaknesses.
• Protect company assets and ensure proper financial accountability.

7. Payroll & Employee Finance

• Supervise payroll preparation and salary payments.
• Maintain employee-related financial records.
• Verify allowances, reimbursements, travel expenses, and other employee claims.
• Coordinate with HR regarding employee compensation and statutory deductions.

8. Audit

• Coordinate internal and external audits.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Respond to auditor queries and implement agreed recommendations.
• Ensure financial records remain audit-ready throughout the year.

9. Management Reporting

Prepare regular reports for the CEO and management, including:

• Cash-flow position
• Profit & loss
• Balance sheet
• Accounts receivable/payable
• Project profitability
• Budget vs. actual expenditure
• Outstanding payments and receivables
• Monthly financial performance
• Investment and project feasibility analysis

Required Qualification

Mandatory:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) — preferably a qualified member of a recognized professional accounting body.
• Strong knowledge of accounting, taxation, audit, financial management, and corporate compliance.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience preferred.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in the following sectors will be preferred:

• Mining and minerals
• Commodity trading
• Import & export
• Manufacturing or processing plants
• Construction or infrastructure projects
• International trade
• Logistics and supply chain
• Joint ventures and project finance

Technical Skills

The candidate should have strong knowledge of:

• Financial accounting
• Management accounting
• Financial reporting
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Taxation
• Auditing
• Cash-flow management
• Cost accounting
• Project profitability analysis
• Microsoft Excel
• Accounting/ERP software
• International trade documentation and financial procedures

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate must be:

• Highly trustworthy and financially responsible
• Detail-oriented and analytical
• Strong in financial decision-making
• Professional and confidential
• Organized and disciplined
• Able to work independently
• Capable of handling multiple projects
• Strong in communication and reporting
• Comfortable working with senior management and international business partners

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Performance will be assessed based on:

• Accuracy of financial records
• Timely financial reporting
• Effective cash-flow management
• Budget and cost control
• Tax and statutory compliance
• Audit performance
• Timely reconciliation of accounts
• Project profitability reporting
• Reduction of financial risks and unnecessary expenses
• Quality and reliability of management financial information

Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Additional benefits may include performance incentives, travel allowance, communication allowance, medical benefits, and other benefits according to company policy.

• Prepare and maintain financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Perform account reconciliations to verify the accuracy of financial data and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Process invoices, payments, receivables, and payables in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities by providing relevant financial data and analysis.
• Generate financial reports and summaries to support management in decision-making processes.
• Use accounting software such as QuickBooks, Peachtree/Sage, or ERP systems to manage financial transactions.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain excellent attention to detail and thorough documentation to support audit readiness.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth financial operations and timely information exchange.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.