Bookkeeper Associate

ACCA Careers; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 350,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Islamabad is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper to manage multiple UK clients' accounts. Responsibilities include accurate bookkeeping, payroll processing, VAT returns, and client liaison. Applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and experience with UK regulations and accounting software. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including parental leave and travel allowance.

Benefits

Medical Allowance

Travel Allowance

Paid parental leave

Annual leave and sick leave

Potential Bonus

Qualifications

• 1.5 to 2 years of bookkeeping experience (UK practice) preferred.
• Data entry skills are necessary.
• Flexible regarding hours and assignments.

Responsibilities

• Perform bookkeeping for multiple UK clients.
• Liaise with clients for queries.
• Collaborate with accountants on closings.

Skills

Accurate bookkeeping records

Bank and credit card reconciliations

Payroll processing

VAT returns preparation

Client communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Quickbooks

XERO

DEXT

Hubdoc

Arthur

Microsoft Office (EXCEL, Outlook, Word, Adobe)

Job description

You will undertake the preparation and completion of a wide range of bookkeeping and assist clients with queries.

The Successful Candidate, Must Have Experience Of

• Record and maintain accurate bookkeeping records for multiple UK clients.
• Update and manage the asset register.
• Perform timely bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
• Process payroll and ensure compliance with UK regulations. Handle accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns through relevant UK accounting software.
• Assist accountants with data entry, journals, and month-end adjustments.
• Liaise with clients to address bookkeeping queries.
• Collaborate with senior accountants on month-end and year-end closings.
• Identify and report errors, discrepancies, or process improvements.

Technical Skills / Knowledge

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Minimum 1.5 to 2 years of bookkeeping experience (UK practice) preferred
• Hands‑on experience of accounting systems Quickbooks, XERO, DEXT and Hubdoc and Arthur
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (EXCEL, Outlook, Word, Adobe)
• Data entry skills
• Ability to work to deadlines and to be flexible as regards the hours and assignments worked
• Ability to communicate openly and build up excellent relationships with the team and clients

Benefits For You

• Salary range PKR 62,000 to 73,000 PKR (including Medical Allowance)
• Travel Allowance up to 10,500 PKR
• IPD Coverage for employee and one dependent
• 20 days annual leave, 4 days casual leave, 8 days sick leave, and Pakistani Bank Holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Potential Bonus