Junior accountant

Fortress Tax and Trust; Lahore; On-site; PKR 8,417,508 - 12,626,262; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training on U.S. tax software

Long-term career growth

Mentorship from CPAs

Job summary

A U.S.-based tax advisory firm is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant for their Islamabad office. The successful candidate will assist Senior Accountants in reviewing financial statements and preparing tax return drafts. This role requires a strong attention to detail, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and effective communication skills in English. Training for U.S. tax software will be provided. Competitive salary and mentorship from experienced professionals included.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail is critical.
• Fast learner capable of mastering new software and tax tools.
• Basic understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Accountants/CPAs in examining financial statements.
• Prepare initial drafts of personal and business tax returns.
• Communicate professionally with the U.S. team via email.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong written and spoken English communication skills

Ability to follow structured workflows

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

UltraTax

Job description

Location: On-site (Islamabad)
Company: Fortress Tax & Trust – U.S.-based Tax & Trust Advisory Firm
Employment Type: Full-Time
Hours: Must be available for partial U.S. hours (CST overlap)

About Fortress Tax & Trust

Fortress Tax & Trust is a U.S. tax, trust, and estate advisory firm serving high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and family offices. Our Pakistan back-office team plays an essential role in supporting U.S. CPAs, accountants, and trust officers through accurate financial data handling, tax preparation support, and organized workflow operations.

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our Islamabad office. This role is a hybrid of entry-level accounting, tax support, and financial data management, assisting Senior Accountants and CPAs in reviewing financial statements, preparing tax return drafts, and maintaining highly organized client records.

Training is provided for U.S. tax software and internal systems. Accuracy, professionalism, and willingness to learn are essential.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Tax Support

• Assist Senior Accountants/CPAs in examining and interpreting financial statements.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, inconsistencies, or variances.
• Enter financial information into U.S. tax preparation software (UltraTax, etc.).
• Prepare initial drafts of personal and business tax returns.
• Maintain accurate financial records, workpapers, and digital files.
• Support accounting team with ad-hoc tasks and special projects.

Data Entry & Documentation

• Enter client financial information with a high level of accuracy.
• Review financial documents (bank statements, receipts, PDFs) for completeness.
• Organize, tag, and upload documents within UltraTax and other workflow systems.
• Maintain structured and clear digital folders following SOPs.
• Manage Excel spreadsheets and data tracking tools daily.

Workflow Communication

• Communicate professionally with the U.S. team via email, Slack, or PM tools.
• Follow established U.S. workflows and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Learn new accounting and tax platforms quickly.

Compliance & Confidentiality

• Protect sensitive financial information at all times.
• Uphold internal data security practices and confidentiality requirements.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or currently in progress).
• Strong attention to detail — accuracy is critical.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills.
• Ability to follow structured workflows and manage large volumes of documents.
• Fast learner capable of mastering new software and tax tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience serving U.S. clients in a back-office or accounting role.
• Familiarity with QuickBooks, accounting systems, or tax software (UltraTax, Drake, Lacerte, etc.).
• Knowledge of basic accounting and financial terminology.
• Experience working with high-net-worth or upscale clientele.

What Fortress Tax & Trust Offers

• Competitive salary
• Training on U.S. tax software and internal systems
• Long-term career growth within a U.S.-based firm
• Mentorship from CPAs and Senior Accountants
• A stable, professional working environment
• Exposure to high-level tax and financial work
• Opportunity to work closely with U.S. accountants and trust officers