Operations Associate

ACCA Careers; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanaullah and Co. in Karachi, Pakistan, seeks an Operations Associate to coordinate day-to-day operational activities and act as a key liaison between Operations, Finance, Accounting and Internal Audit teams.

The role ensures processes are accurately documented, financially compliant, and aligned with internal controls and organizational policies; requires ACCA/CA/ICMA qualifications or a related degree, and 1–3 years of relevant experience in administration or operations.

Qualifications

• ACCA/CA/ICMA (Qualified or Finalist) with a degree in accounting and finance.
• 1–3 years of experience in office administration, operations, or a similar role.
• Strong grasp of financial controls and operational processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operational activities and ensure smooth workflow execution.
• Act as the primary point of contact between Operations, Finance, Accounting, and Audit departments.
• Support invoice processing, purchase orders, expense tracking, and payment documentation.
• Ensure operational transactions are accurately recorded and comply with accounting policies.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for internal and external audits.
• Monitor compliance with company policies, SOPs, and internal controls.
• Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with vendors, procurement, and internal stakeholders to resolve operational and financial issues.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control initiatives by providing operational insights.
• Follow up on audit observations and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.

Skills

Operational processes

Financial controls

Excel

ERP systems

Education

ACCA/CA/ICMA (Qualified or Finalist)

Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Sanaullah and Co. is looking to expand its team in Karachi, Pakistan by hiring a proactive and organized Operations Associate. We are seeking a professional who can coordinate day-to-day operational activities while serving as a key liaison between the Operations, Finance, Accounting, and Internal Audit teams. The role ensures operational processes are accurately documented, financially compliant, and aligned with organizational policies and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operational activities and ensure smooth workflow execution.
• Act as the primary point of contact between Operations, Finance, Accounting, and Audit departments.
• Support invoice processing, purchase orders, expense tracking, and payment documentation.
• Ensure operational transactions are accurately recorded and comply with accounting policies.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for internal and external audits.
• Monitor compliance with company policies, SOPs, and internal controls.
• Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with vendors, procurement, and internal stakeholders to resolve operational and financial issues.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control initiatives by providing operational insights.
• Follow up on audit observations and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.

Ideal Candidate

Education: ACCA/CA/ICMA (Qualified or Finalist), Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance

Experience:

1–3 years of experience in office administration, operations, or a similar role.

Skills

• Strong understanding of operational processes and financial controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.