Finance Controller

VASL; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic financial services provider in Islamabad is seeking a Finance Controller to oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in finance, a strong understanding of accounting standards, and proficiency in financial analysis. This role offers opportunities for career development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Practical experience with potential for full-time role

Mentorship and training from experienced professionals

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in accounting & finance.
• Strong grip on IFRS and US GAAP.
• Working knowledge of international and local tax regulations.
• Experience in managing payroll.

Responsibilities

• Building and managing budgets.
• Conducting financial forecasting.
• Designing financial processes and controls.
• Ensuring tax compliance.

Skills

Financial data analysis

Advanced Excel

Understanding of IFRS

Understanding of US & UK taxation

Transaction advisory

Education

ACCA, ICMA, CA-Finalist, or equivalent

Tools

MS Visio

Accounting software

Job description

Please read the job description carefully before applying!

Location: Plaza ONE, next to PSO Pump, Main GT road, near DHA phase 2 Gate 1, Islamabad.

Timings: 2 PM - 11 PM, Pakistan Standard Time

We’re looking for a Finance Controller. You will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the financial statements, financial analysis and financial reporting (we call it “telling the story”) in a manner that management & non-accountants can understand.

As a Finance Controller you will provide comprehensive financial reports to senior management by evaluating, analyzing, and reporting appropriate data points, guide financial decisions by applying company policies and procedures to current economic landscape; develop, implement, and maintain financial controls and guidelines, achieve budgeting goals with proper scheduling, analysis, and corrective action, maximize payroll efficiency through innovative process development, help develop and support short- and long-term operational strategies.

Responsibilities

• Building and managing budgets
• Conducting financial forecasting
• Designing financial processes and controls
• Ensuring tax compliance (US & UK taxation is preferred)
• Maintaining the general ledger, payroll, and taxes
• Managing the finance and accounting teams
• Preparing financial statements
• Providing financial and accounting insights
• Setting financial KPIs
• Staying up to date with industry-specific regulation and compliance requirements
• Tracking revenue inflows and outflows
• Internal audit and risk assessment
• Transaction advisory (Merger & acquisition)

Qualification:

• ACCA, ICMA, CA-Finalist, equivalent member of a recognized professional body

Experience:

• Five or more years of experience in accounting & finance
• Strong grip on IFRS and US GAAP
• Financial advisory, Internal audit & transaction advisory experience will be preferred
• Advanced excel
• Ms Visio
• Hand on experience of accounting softwares
• Strong understanding of processes
• Strong command on financial data analysis
• Working knowledge of international and local tax regulations and compliance reporting (US & UK preferred)
• Experience in managing payroll, with focus on streamlining accounting processes
• Exemplary history of financial project management

What We Offer:

• Practical experience with the potential for a full-time role
• Mentorship and training from experienced professionals in sales and marketing
• Career development within a fast-growing company
• A dynamic and supportive work environment

Why VASL?

At VASL, we are seeking the brightest talent to join us in our mission to become the premier "business process as a service" provider worldwide. At VASL, Inc, we're not just an outsourcing firm; we're a dynamic team dedicated to transforming the way businesses manage their accounting and finance operations. Since our inception, we've been on a mission to provide unparalleled bookkeeping, financial controller, Fractional CFO, and Merger & Acquisition support to our esteemed clients in the USA

Our Values

• Value creation: Create more value than expected
• Integrity: Develop trusted relationships through honesty, efficiency, and dependability
• Respect: Appreciate that everyone brings value
• Diversity: Embrace different perspectives
• Flexibility: Adapt to changing circumstances and be open to collaboration
• Teamwork: Collaborate for success

Work with Us

Join our team of talented individuals who are passionate about their work and diverse personal interests. At VASL, you'll have the autonomy to excel in a culture of feedback and collaboration. We prioritize teamwork, integrity, and delivering transformational outcomes for our customers. VASL is a place where ambition meets a supportive and collaborative environment, and we're excited to welcome new team members who share our vision and values