Senior Officer (Finance) - Head Office

We are seeking a detail-oriented Finance professional with a strong background in accounting, financial reporting, and taxation to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of relevant post-qualification experience and a solid understanding of accounting principles and regulatory requirements in Pakistan. This role requires proficiency in managing general ledger activities, preparing accounting schedules, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations while supporting various financial processes within the organization.

Key Responsibilities
- Post journal entries accurately in the General Ledger (GL) modules to maintain up-to-date financial records.
- Prepare periodic accounting schedules to support month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Ensure all bills and invoices are processed in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures, maintaining strict compliance.
- Verify employee-related expenses to confirm adherence to company policy before processing.
- Check supplier tax status with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to ensure correct deduction of income and sales tax.
- Conduct monthly reviews of disbursements and employee accounts to monitor financial transactions and balances.
- Compile monthly withholding sales tax statements in compliance with federal (FBR) and provincial (SRB, PRA) regulations.
- Process employee loans, advances, and reimbursable bills using Oracle Financials or similar ERP systems.
- Review staff balances for loans and other recoveries to ensure accuracy and timely reconciliation.
- Issue tax challans to vendors for income and sales tax withheld, maintaining proper documentation.
- Provide income tax and sales tax certificates to vendors as required.
- Assist the Tax Section by responding to queries and requests from FBR and other regulatory authorities, supporting audit and compliance activities.

Required Qualifications
- Graduate or Master’s degree in Finance from an HEC-recognized institution.
- Minimum of three years of relevant post-qualification experience in accounting and finance roles.
- Strong understanding of general accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, and taxation matters.
- Sound knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting frameworks, and applicable tax and regulatory requirements in Pakistan.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Excel, for data analysis and reporting.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Experience with Oracle ERP or similar financial systems is highly desirable and will be considered an advantage.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where accuracy, compliance, and financial integrity are paramount. Candidates with a proactive approach and strong analytical skills will find this role rewarding and integral to the company’s financial operations.