Accountant (BS-16)

Nishat High School; Multan; On-site; PKR 558,000 - 1,339,000; Full time

Job summary

Nishat High School is seeking a BS-16 Accountant to oversee accurate financial management of school operations, including ledgers, monthly statements, and government fund disbursements. The role supports academic program funding, facility maintenance accounting, and regulatory compliance.

The Accountant will use accounting software to process transactions, prepare periodic reports for the Principal and Board of Studies, reconcile banks, and ensure audit trails for expenditures.

Qualifications

• BS-16 Accountant degree or equivalent.
• Experience with government fund management and tax requirements.
• Proficiency with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers for school operations
• Prepare and submit monthly financial statements and budget reports
• Reconcile bank statements and verify government fund disbursements
• Ensure compliance with educational sector financial regulations and tax requirements
• Process payroll records and manage school expense approvals
• Prepare audit trails and financial documentation for internal and external review

Job description

Nishat High School requires a BS-16 Accountant to ensure accurate financial management of school operations, including maintaining ledgers, preparing monthly statements, and overseeing government fund disbursements. The role supports academic program funding, facility maintenance accounting, and compliance with educational sector regulations. This position provides a stable career path within the public education system while honing professional accounting skills.

The Accountant daily processes school financial transactions using accounting software, prepares periodic financial reports for the Principal and Board of Studies, reconciles bank statements, and ensures proper allocation of government grants. They maintain audit trails for all expenditures, verify payroll records, and assist in preparing annual financial statements in compliance with educational sector standards.

Candidates must clear a 100-MCQ written screening examination covering accounting principles, financial reporting, and government fund management. Merit shortlisting is based on score percentiles and document verification of educational background. Final selection occurs through a Departmental Selection Committee interview assessing knowledge of school financial systems and professional ethics.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers for school operations
• Prepare and submit monthly financial statements and budget reports
• Reconcile bank statements and verify government fund disbursements
• Ensure compliance with educational sector financial regulations and tax requirements
• Process payroll records and manage school expense approvals
• Prepare audit trails and financial documentation for internal and external review