Department: Finance & Accounts (Manufacturing or Packaging Industry)
Reports To: CFO / Director Finance / CEO
Location: Lahore, Pakistan
Employment Type: Full-Time
We are looking for a seasoned Senior Accounts & Finance Manager to lead and manage the company’s accounting, financial reporting, taxation, treasury, budgeting, and financial control operations. This role demands a highly responsible professional who will ensure the accuracy of financial records, timely reporting, effective cash-flow management, statutory compliance, and robust internal controls to support the company’s financial health and strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily accounting and finance operations to maintain smooth financial processes.
- Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements within deadlines.
- Develop management reports, conduct financial analysis, and prepare variance reports for senior leadership.
- Monitor profitability, costs, working capital, and cash flows to optimize financial performance.
- Lead the preparation and monitoring of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
- Provide actionable financial insights and recommendations to support business decision-making.
- Supervise accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely collections and payments.
- Monitor aging reports and maintain effective credit control by following up on outstanding receivables.
- Review vendor invoices and payment requests, ensuring proper documentation and transaction reconciliation.
- Manage daily banking operations including bank reconciliations and cash position monitoring.
- Prepare cash-flow forecasts and coordinate bank payments, transfers, and financing arrangements.
- Handle Letters of Credit (LCs), import payments, bank guarantees, and other banking instruments as required.
- Foster and maintain strong relationships with banks and financial institutions to support company operations.
Required Qualifications
- CA, ACCA, ACMA, MBA in Finance, or an equivalent qualification.
- 5 to 8+ years of relevant experience in accounts and finance, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong expertise in accounting principles, taxation, financial reporting, budgeting, and cash-flow management.
- Proficiency in ERP and accounting software; experience with Odoo is considered an advantage.
- Advanced skills in MS Excel and financial reporting tools.
- Proven experience managing audits, banking matters, taxation, and ensuring statutory compliance.
Required Skills
- Financial analysis and reporting
- Accounting and taxation
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Cash-flow and working capital management
- Cost accounting
- Audit and internal controls
- ERP/accounting systems proficiency
- Advanced MS Excel capabilities
- Team leadership and people management
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and coordination skills
Authority & Accountability
This position holds full accountability for the accuracy of financial records, compliance with statutory requirements, cash-flow management, internal controls, and the overall effectiveness of the Accounts & Finance function.
Compensation
The monthly salary range for this role is PKR 250,000 to PKR 300,000.
Work Location
This is an in-person role based in Lahore, Pakistan.
Candidates with a strong finance background in manufacturing or packaging industries who are ready to take ownership of the company’s financial operations are encouraged to apply.