Staff Accountant

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

Key Accountabilities

• 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