Senior Staff Accountant

Contour Software, a subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., has rapidly expanded from a small team to over 2,000 employees across three cities within 14 years. As part of one of the world’s top 10 software companies, Contour offers a dynamic environment where professionals can build long-term careers. The company supports global operations from its offices in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad, serving divisions across multiple time zones. Leo Software, a division within Constellation Software, focuses on acquiring and operating software businesses with a long-term vision, backed by over 30 years of industry experience.

We are seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to manage and maintain accurate financial records, including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments. The role involves close collaboration with the finance team to prepare and analyze financial reports, process accounts payable and receivable, manage invoices, and ensure timely tax payments. The ideal candidate will have an accounting degree and experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP (GP) accounting software. The primary goal is to ensure all daily financial transactions are recorded accurately and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

- Record daily financial transactions and complete postings within Microsoft Dynamics GP.
- Post invoice batches in the sales module and ensure correct deferral of invoices.
- Prepare accounts receivable (AR) aging reports, assist with doubtful account provisions, send monthly AR statements, and follow up on customer payments.
- Process customer credits, return memos, and cash receipts, applying them against invoices in GP.
- Coordinate preparation and reconciliation of customer invoices to ensure accuracy.
- Manage supporting documentation related to customer invoices, such as contracts and purchase orders.
- Assist in regular reconciliation of AR-related accounts, including work in progress and deferred revenue.
- Support state sales tax compliance and other tax-related requirements.
- Contribute to internal monthly financial statement preparation, including bank reconciliations, analytical reviews, and variance analysis.
- Reconcile accounts payable (AP) and AR subledgers to the general ledger.
- Update quarterly accruals and commitments and prepare journal entries for month-end close.
- Analyze and post accounts payable invoices accurately in GP.
- Identify and communicate inter-company discrepancies to local accounting teams.
- Prepare intercompany journals as required.
- Generate reports using SmartView from GP for various financial analyses.
- Assist with balance sheet reconciliations, revenue analysis, trial balance variance analysis, and quarterly disclosure reporting.
- Maintain complete financial records in compliance with IFRS and internal deadlines.
- Implement process improvements to enhance accounting efficiency.
- Undertake special projects and ad hoc financial analyses as needed.

Required Qualifications

- Proven experience in bookkeeping and accounting.
- Strong understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounts payable/receivable principles.
- Ability to accurately calculate, post, and manage financial records.
- Proficiency in data entry and strong numerical aptitude.
- Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and accounting software.
- Proficiency in English and advanced skills in MS Excel.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Professional accounting qualification or an equivalent degree in Finance or Accounting.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP is highly desirable.
- Market-competitive salary package.
- Comprehensive medical coverage for employees and dependents, including parents.
- Provident fund and performance-based bonuses.
- Home internet subsidy and conveyance allowance.
- Profit-sharing plan available for tenured employees.
- Life insurance benefits and child care facilities.
- Company-provided meals during work hours.
- Professional development budget and opportunities for on-shore training.
- Recreational areas for in-house activities and a friendly work environment.
- Leave encashment options.

Contour Software values diversity and fosters an inclusive workplace that respects the unique contributions of all employees. The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with special needs and encourages qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.