Assistant Manager Accounts

Zarea Limited

Lahore

On-site

PKR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits (IPD)
EOBI
Gratuity
Collaborative Work Environment

Job summary

Zarea Limited in Lahore Cantt seeks an Assistant Manager Accounts to oversee daily accounting activities, prepare financial reports, manage reconciliations, and support budgeting and forecasting. You will ensure tax and statutory compliance, coordinate with internal departments, and assist in audits.

The role requires CA Finalist with completed articles, 4-5 years of experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in ERP systems and MS Excel.

Qualifications

  • CA Finalist with completed articles is mandatory.
  • Minimum 4-5 years of relevant experience in Accounts and Finance.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
  • Experience with ERP systems and MS Excel.
  • Good understanding of taxation and compliance.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily accounting activities including journal entries, ledgers, and reconciliations.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
  • Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
  • Ensure compliance with tax regulations and statutory requirements.
  • Handle accounts payable and receivable processes.
  • Coordinate with internal departments for financial data and reporting.
  • Support internal and external audit processes.
  • Monitor cash flow and assist in financial planning.
  • Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
  • Assist the CFO in strategic financial decision-making.
  • Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely reporting of financial information.
  • Support the Accounts team in maintaining strong financial controls.

Skills

Accounting Operations
Journal Entries
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Budgeting
Forecasting
ERP Systems
MS Excel
Audit Support
Internal Coordination
Problem-solving

Education

CA Finalist with Completed Articles

Tools

ERP Systems
MS Excel

Job description

The Assistant Manager Accounts will be responsible for overseeing daily accounting activities, preparing financial reports, managing reconciliations, supporting budgeting and forecasting, ensuring tax and statutory compliance, and coordinating with internal departments for accurate financial data and reporting.

This role is suitable for a finance professional with strong accounting knowledge, financial reporting experience, taxation understanding, and the ability to work in a fast-paced corporate environment.

Job Title: Assistant Manager Accounts

Job Location: Lahore Cantt

Employment Type: Full Time

No. of Positions: 1

Required Experience: 4-5 Years

Timings: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday, and 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM on Saturday

Key Responsibilities

Manage daily accounting activities including journal entries, ledgers, and reconciliations.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Ensure compliance with tax regulations and statutory requirements.

Handle accounts payable and receivable processes.

Coordinate with internal departments for financial data and reporting.

Support internal and external audit processes.

Monitor cash flow and assist in financial planning.

Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.

Assist the CFO in strategic financial decision-making.

Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely reporting of financial information.

Support the Accounts team in maintaining strong financial controls.

Required Qualifications

CA Finalist with completed articles is mandatory.

Minimum 4-5 years of relevant experience in Accounts and Finance.

Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.

Experience with ERP systems and MS Excel.

Good understanding of taxation and compliance.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Technical & Professional Skills
Required Skills

Accounting Operations

Journal Entries

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash Flow Monitoring

Tax Compliance

Statutory Compliance

ERP Systems

MS Excel

Audit Support

Internal Coordination

Problem-solving

Preferred Skills

CA Finalist with Completed Articles

Corporate Finance Exposure

Experience in Fast-Paced Corporate Environment

Internal & External Audit Coordination

Strategic Financial Support

Strong Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

High Level of Accuracy

Proactive Work Approach

Time Management

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Accuracy of accounting entries and ledgers

Timely completion of reconciliations

Timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports

Accuracy and completeness of financial records

Compliance with tax and statutory requirements

Timely handling of accounts payable and receivable processes

Quality of support provided during internal and external audits

Effectiveness of cash flow monitoring and reporting

Timely support in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis

Quality of financial data coordination with internal departments

Support provided to the CFO in financial planning and decision‑making

Ability to meet reporting deadlines under pressure

What We Offer

Professional Growth

Health Benefits (IPD)

EOBI

Gratuity

Collaborative Work Environment

Why Join Zarea Limited?

At Zarea Limited, you will be part of a fast-growing, technology-driven B2B marketplace that is transforming procurement and supply chain operations in Pakistan. As an Assistant Manager Accounts, you will play an important role in strengthening the company’s financial operations, supporting financial controls, and contributing to accurate reporting and informed decision‑making.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior finance leadership, gain exposure to financial planning and compliance, and grow within a collaborative and performance-driven environment.

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