Staff Accountant

The Children's Place; Lahore; On-site; PKR 893,000 - 1,339,000; Full time

Job summary

The Children's Place in Lahore is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the Accounting Department by researching and analyzing accounting data to provide financial information to management. Key duties include bank reconciliations, general ledger entries, month-end close, and assisting auditors.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting and familiarity with US GAAP. Proficiency in Excel and SAP is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in related role; public accounting experience a plus.
• Experience with USGAAP and the accrual basis of accounting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bank reconciliations and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to general ledger accounts.
• Journalize store level expenses for items such as utilities, store repairs and maintenance, travel expense, and field bonus as well as expenses associated with various credit card accounts.
• Prepare reconciliations for assets and liability accounts, including resolving reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Prepare account analyses on balance sheet and income statement and attend meetings with management to explain account changes, adjustments, and irregularities.
• Assist internal and external auditors in gathering information in an organized and timely manner.
• Complete month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Perform special projects as assigned by management.

Skills

Financial analysis

Excel

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

CPA or CPA candidate

Tools

SAP

Hyperion Essbase

General Ledger system

Job description

Location: Lahore

Job Summary: The Staff Accountant will be responsible for supporting the Accounting Department by providing financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bank reconciliations and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to general ledger accounts
• Journalize store level expenses for items such as utilities, store repairs and maintenance, travel expense, and field bonus as well as expenses associated with various credit card accounts
• Prepare reconciliations for assets and liability accounts, including resolving reconciling items in a timely manner
• Prepare account analyses on balance sheet and income statement and attend meetings with management to explain account changes, adjustments, and irregularities
• Assist internal and external auditors in gathering information in an organized and timely manner
• Complete month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities
• Perform special projects as assigned by management and senior members of department

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred
• 0-2 years of experience in related role, public accounting experience a plus
• Experience with USGAAP and the accrual basis of accounting

Skills and Behaviors

• Familiarity with large General Ledger system, SAP, and Hyperion Essbase is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; advanced skills in Excel
• Ability to learn quickly and possess a strong interest in growing in accounting and/or finance
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Ability to adapt to change quickly and easily and shift approach in response to the demands of the situation
• Demonstrated flexibility especially during month-end and year-end closing processes
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and time sensitive working environment
• Ability to work independently as well as work well in teams
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to explain financial data and balances

make our PLACE yours

Being a part of our team takes collaboration and hard work. We are seeking top talent who are eager to contribute to a high-performing team! We are proud to be the largest pure-play children's specialty apparel retailer in North America and continue to celebrate the success of our collection of brands, including The Children's PLACE, Gymboree, Sugar & Jade and PJ PLACE. If you are eager to learn and work in a diverse, inclusive, fast-paced and engaging work environment,