POSITION: Budget and Accounts Officer

TransPeshawar; Peshawar City Tehsil; On-site; PKR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TransPeshawar is seeking a Budget and Accounts Officer to report to the Chief Financial Officer. The role oversees budgeting, accounting, and tax matters within the framework of KP Urban Mass Transit Act and related governance rules.

The incumbent ensures transparent financial records and professional operations. Candidate should have at least a commerce/finance degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, strong analytical ability, and excellent written and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Finance-focused MBA from a recognized university.
• Professional training courses in accounting disciplines are advantageous.
• Membership in relevant industry/professional bodies is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver budgeting and accounting functions and support CFO on matters.
• Collect and record data for income/revenue reporting and projections.
• Prepare accounts in accordance with applicable laws and governance rules.
• Develop financial management charts, tables, and spreadsheets.
• Advise on policies to improve accounting and budgeting functions.

Skills

Accounting

Budgeting

Taxation

Analytical skills

Reporting

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Discretion

Time management

Education

Commerce / Accounting / Finance / Economics / MBA (Finance) degree

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Accounting software

Job description

DUTY STATION: Peshawar

NO OF POSITIONS: 01

REPORT TO: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) SALARY PACKAGE: Market based competitive salary package.

OVERALL ROLE

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) the Budget and Accounts Officer has responsibility for the budgeting and accounting functions of TransPeshawar. The Budget and Accounts Officer must also provide the necessary support to the CFO to ensure that the financial affairs are conducted in a transparent and professional manner and financial records are in accordance with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Urban Mass Transit Act 2016, Companies Act, 2017, the Public-Sector Companies (Corporate Governance) Rules and other applicable rules and regulations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Delivering the accounting and budgetary functions inclusive of taxation matters of TransPeshawar and providing support and guidance to the CFO on such matters;
• Collecting and recording data for income and revenue (cash flow) reporting and projections; and develops preliminary and final company and budget documents;
• Preparing accounts in accord with the Companies Act, 2017, the Public-Sector Companies (Corporate Governance) Rules and other applicable rules and regulations.
• Preparing detailed financial management and budget charts, tables, and spreadsheets as needed;
• Developing and executing strategies, policies and tools to improve accounting and budgetary functions of TransPeshawar;

KEY TASKS

The specific tasks shall include but not be limited to:

• Providing key support and guidance for the accounting and budgetary functions of TransPeshwar;
• Managing the computer based recording of all accounting data on an accurate and timely basis;
• Providing the CFO and other senior personnel in TransPeshawar with financial management information and reports;
• Reviewing annually the accounting and budgetary functions against future KPIs to be targeted as part of the review of the TransPeshawar Business Plan and relevant Operating Manuals;
• Working cooperatively with the senior management of TransPeshawar where accounting and budgetary functions needs to be updated or amended to improve delivery;
• Performing other tasks as may be requested by the CFO from time to time;
• Maintaining professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, expanding professional networks, and participating in professional societies.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Qualification

Required

At least graduate in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration (Finance), or other related disciplines from a recognized university. Higher academic qualifications shall be considered an added advantage.

Specialized Training

Professional training courses in accounting related disciplines and any other skills considered relevant for the position.

Active Affiliations

Membership of relevant recognised Industry or Professional Organisations,

EXPERIENCE

At least 03 years of post-qualification relevant professional experience in budgeting, finance, accounts, financial reporting, audit, or related fields. Preference shall be given to candidates having experience in public sector financial management and budgeting.

EXPERIENCE AND CORE COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrated experience of accounting and budget principles (including taxation) sufficient to manage financial and budgetary functions of TransPeshawar;
• Demonstrated analytical skills that allow for interpretation of budgetary, financial, and related management information;
• Excellent numerical and analytical computer skills and experience using spreadsheet, accounting and other software tools;
• Excellent writing skills sufficient to draft professional reports and correspondence that is clear and concise;
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work cooperatively with persons at all levels in the organization;
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, especially with regards to sensitive or confidential personnel or organizational matters;
• Strong organizational skills to work independently, set priorities, meet deadlines and complete assignments with minimal supervision.

CIRCUMSTANCES

• Age requirement is up to 42 years on closing date of applications
• Fluency in English and Urdu, Pashto would be an added advantage.
• Good health and able to work extended hours.

TransPeshawar is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated strictly confidential.