Senior Accountant

Premier NX; Lahore; On-site; PKR 502,200 - 725,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Medical coverage

Life insurance

Paid leaves

Provident Fund

Employee Old Age Benefits (EOBI)

Job summary

A financial services company in Lahore is looking for a Full Charge Bookkeeper to manage accounting tasks including Accounts Payable and General Ledger operations. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in bookkeeping, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and a strong understanding of reconciliations and month-end closing processes. The role requires excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. The company offers medical coverage, life insurance, and paid leave.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience focused on accounts payable and general ledger.
• Strong understanding of month-end close processes and reconciliations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with external accountants and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and ensure timely AR oversight.
• Support audits by preparing necessary schedules and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

5+ years of accounting or bookkeeping experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Experience with ERP/accounting systems

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Apprise or similar ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Full Charge Bookkeeper to manage our day-to-day accounting operations. This role is responsible for Accounts Payable (AP), General Ledger (GL), account reconciliations, and oversight of Accounts Receivable (AR), while also supporting audits, financial reporting, and lender requirements.

This position plays a critical role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting cash flow management, and ensuring timely and reliable reporting to leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation
• Manage payment runs (ACH, wire, check, and portals)
• Maintain vendor records and resolve discrepancies
• Ensure proper coding to general ledger accounts
• Monitor due dates to support cash flow and avoid late payments

General Ledger (GL) & Close Process

• Record and maintain all general ledger transactions
• Prepare and post journal entries (accruals, reclasses, adjustments)
• Assist with monthly and year-end close
• Ensure transactions are recorded in the appropriate accounting period
• Maintain integrity of the chart of accounts

Reconciliations

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations
• Reconcile credit cards, loans, and key balance sheet accounts
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Maintain organized supporting documentation for all reconciliations

Insurance & Balance Sheet Reconciliations

• Reconcile insurance-related accounts (premiums, claims, accruals)
• Track and amortize prepaid expenses
• Review balance sheet accounts monthly and identify variances

Accounts Receivable (AR) Oversight

• Ensure timely invoicing and accurate cash application
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and support collections efforts
• Oversee handling of deductions and chargebacks
• Coordinate with internal teams to resolve customer discrepancies

Audit & External Accountant Support

• Work closely with external accountants
• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for audits and reviews
• Respond to audit requests in a timely and organized manner
• Assist with year-end processes and required adjustments

Borrowing Base & Financial Reporting

• Prepare and submit borrowing base certificates in accordance with lender requirements
• Ensure accuracy of AR and inventory data used in reporting
• Assist in preparation of monthly financial reports and supporting schedules
• Support management with ad hoc financial analysis

Process Improvement & Controls

• Maintain and follow internal accounting procedures
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Support development and documentation of accounting processes
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting or full-cycle bookkeeping experience
• Strong knowledge of AP, GL, reconciliations, and month-end close
• Experience working with external accountants and audits
• Experience with borrowing base reporting (preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations)
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems (Apprise or similar preferred)

Skills & Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Problem-solving mindset with proactive follow-up
• Strong communication skills and team collaboration

What Success Looks Like

• AP is processed accurately and on time
• Bank and balance sheet reconciliations are completed monthly without delays
• General ledger is clean and well-supported
• Borrowing base certificates are accurate and submitted on time
• Audit requests are handled efficiently with minimal follow-up
• Financial reports are delivered timely and reliably

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: VP of Finance
• Works closely with: AR team, external accountants, auditors, and internal departments

What We Offer

• On-the-job training
• Medical coverage (IPD)
• Life insurance
• Paid leaves (Annual, Casual, Sick, Marriage, Maternity, Paternity, Hajj, Bereavement)
• Provident Fund
• Employee Old Age Benefits (EOBI)
• Employee engagement & wellness initiatives

Location: NASTP, Cantt, Lahore
Shift: EST