Bookkeeper/ Assistant Accountant

Islam Channel Ltd.; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Consultancy (UK) Ltd is seeking a diligent and proactive Bookkeeper/Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team in Islamabad. This role supports day-to-day financial operations, prepares and analyses reports, ensures statutory compliance, and maintains accurate records, reporting directly to the CEO.

The successful candidate will work from the Islamabad office with a high degree of autonomy and contribute to both transactional accuracy and broader financial strategy within a small,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Currently studying toward AAT, ACCA, or CIMA.
• 1-2 years' experience in an accounting/finance role.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and multitask.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Independent with sound judgement.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records with internal controls.
• Process accounts payable and receivable timely.
• Generate and issue sales invoices; handle credit control.
• Post purchase invoices and perform bank reconciliations.
• Reconcile VAT transactions and ensure compliant postings.
• Produce monthly, quarterly, annual reports, budgets, forecasts, variances.
• Analyse aged debtors and creditors; keep ledgers updated.
• Support year-end closing with timely completion.
• Liaise with HMRC, Companies House, and regulators.
• Input data into Xero and maintain ledgers.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Independent working

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

AAT/ACCA/CIMA study

Tools

Xero

Job description

About the Role

Veritas Consultancy (UK) Ltd is seeking a diligent and proactive Bookkeeper/Assistant

Accountant to join our Finance team. This role is central to supporting day-to-day financial

operations, preparing and analysing financial reports, ensuring compliance with statutory

requirements, and maintaining accurate records. The successful candidate will be based at our

Islamabad office and will operate with a high degree of autonomy, reporting directly to the

CEO.

Key Responsibilities

As the Bookkeeper/Assistant Accountant, you will play a vital role in the daily operations of the

finance function, contributing to both transactional accuracy and broader financial strategy.

This role requires a combination of technical competence, attention to detail, and proactive

engagement with internal and external stakeholders.

Financial Operations & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and timely accounting records in accordance with internal controls
• Process and manage accounts payable and receivable in an efficient and timely manner
• Generate and issue sales invoices; act as the key point of contact for credit control
• Post purchase invoices and perform regular bank reconciliations
• Reconcile VAT transactions and ensure all postings are accurate and compliant
• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including budgets, forecasts,
• and variance analysis
• Analyse aged debtors and creditors; maintain up-to-date ledgers
• Support the Accountant with year-end closing processes and ensure timely completion
• of tasks

Compliance & Record-Keeping

• Maintain a compliance calendar and diarise key statutory and financial deadlines
• Liaise with HMRC, Companies House, the Charity Commission, ICO, OFCOM, and other
• regulatory bodies as required
• Ensure accurate and organised filing of both digital and physical financial documents
• Ensure ongoing adherence to evolving compliance regulations and internal policies

Stakeholder Engagement & Support

• Act as the main point of contact for day-to-day finance-related queries, collaborating
• closely with colleagues and external stakeholders
• Liaise professionally with suppliers and manage expectations effectively
• Serve as a key contact for banks and other financial institutions
• Provide financial and administrative support to associated and partner organisations

Administrative & Ad Hoc Duties

• Input financial data accurately into accounting systems (Xero)
• Maintain up-to-date sales and purchase ledgers
• Support broader administrative tasks across the team as needed
• Carry out other ad hoc duties to support the finance function and overall business
• operations

Soft Skills and Competencies

• Proactive work ethic - self-motivated and solutions-focused
• Attention to detail - committed to accuracy in financial record-keeping and reporting
• Adaptability - willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic environment
• Compliance awareness - up to date with changes in financial and regulatory
• requirements
• Time management - capable of meeting deadlines and managing competing priorities
• Communication - clear and professional in both verbal and written communications
• Integrity - handles financial matters with discretion and trustworthiness
• Team contribution - actively supports the wider team and finance function
• development
• Problem-solving - identifies issues early and implements effective solutions

Required Qualifications & Experience

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• OR currently studying towards AAT, ACCA, CIMA or a similar professional qualification
• 1-2 years' experience in an accounting or finance role (applications from candidates
• with strong academic knowledge may be considered)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
• Ability to manage tight deadlines, multitask, and work under pressure
• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Capable of working independently and exercising sound judgement

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience with Xero (training available if required)
• Understanding of payroll and pension processes
• Knowledge of financial compliance and regulatory frameworks
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
• Commitment to professional development and contributing to team success

Key Attributes

• Proactive, dependable, and self-motivated
• Adaptable to change and regulatory developments
• Organised and methodical in approach
• Discreet and trustworthy when handling sensitive financial data
• Keen to learn and progress within the organisation
• A collaborative team player

Additional Information

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• This job description outlines the general scope and key responsibilities of the role. It is
• not exhaustive and may evolve over time. The post holder may be required to carry out
• other duties as reasonably requested by the FC or CEO