Assistant Manager Accounting

ACCA Careers; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 18,430,000 - 25,802,000; Full time

Job summary

Project Accountants Ltd is a Jersey-based professional services firm delivering high-quality accounting and financial reporting to a diversified client base, primarily in financial services. The Assistant Manager – Accounting will lead statutory and management reporting, supervise junior staff, and apply IFRS and UK GAAP with precision.

The role requires 3–5 years in accounting, strong technical knowledge, and proficiency with IFRS, UK GAAP, Excel, and accounting software.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of accounting or finance experience
• Experience supporting month-end/period-end close and recurring management accounts
• Experience in offshore financial services preferred
• Background in professional services, audit, or accounting advisory
• Experience preparing technical accounting memoranda or advisory papers
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior team members
• Financial services exposure desirable

Responsibilities

• Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting including cash flow forecasts, budgets, and variance analysis
• Prepare and review annual and interim financial statements in line with IFRS and UK GAAP
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts in client formats and within reporting timelines
• Provide financial information for board/committee reporting packs
• Review work produced by others to ensure accuracy and quality
• Apply and interpret accounting standards and provide technical input as needed
• Draft technical accounting papers addressing treatments, judgments, and new standards impact

Skills

Accounting principles

Accounting software

Excel

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CA/ICAEW member or pursuing

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

SAP

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

About Project Accountants Ltd

Project Accountants Ltd is a Jersey based professional services firm. Our mission is to remap the delivery of professional services through increased resource availability, innovation, and global outreach.

About Project Accountants Ltd

Project Accountants Ltd is a Jersey based professional services firm. Our mission is to remap the delivery of professional services through increased resource availability, innovation, and global outreach.

Role Overview

The Assistant Manager – Accounting will play a key role in delivering high-quality accounting and financial reporting services to a diverse portfolio of clients, primarily within the financial services sector. The role involves the preparation and review of statutory and management reporting, oversight of work performed by junior team members, and the application of strong technical accounting knowledge under IFRS and UK GAAP. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, sound commercial judgement, and the ability to manage multiple deliverables in a fast-paced, professional services environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting, including cash flow forecasts, budgets, and variance analysis.
• Prepare and review annual and interim financial statements in accordance with IFRS, UK GAAP, and other relevant generally accepted accounting standards.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts in agreed client formats and within established reporting timelines.
• Produce financial information for inclusion in board and committee reporting packs, as required.
• Perform review and quality assurance of work prepared by other members of the team, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to professional standards.
• Apply and interpret a broad range of accounting standards, providing technical input and guidance where required.
• Draft technical accounting papers addressing accounting treatments, judgements, and the impact of new or amended accounting standards.

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles, with a focus on general accounting, financial reporting, and tax compliance.
• Experience supporting month-end and period-end close processes, including the preparation of recurring management accounts.
• Experience of working in the offshore financial services sector as a preference.
• Prior experience in a professional service, audit, or accounting advisory environment.
• Exposure to preparing technical accounting memoranda or advisory-style papers.
• Experience providing guidance, review, or informal supervision to junior team members.
• Prior experience in Financial services is desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Qualified/Pursing accountant and member of a recognised professional accounting body (e.g. ACCA, CA or ICAEW).
• Strong technical accounting experience, with demonstrable expertise in IFRS and UK GAAP.
• Proven experience within the financial services sector.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• Experience reviewing work prepared by others and providing clear, constructive feedback.
• Excellent attention to detail, with a consistent focus on delivering high-quality outputs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to structure work logically and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and a high standard of ethical conduct.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software is desirable (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, SAP, or similar).
• Advanced knowledge of Excel for financial reporting and analysis.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a remote environment.