Operational Accounts, Finance & Tax Officer

About the role

A confidential client in Lahore is hiring an operational accounts, finance and tax professional who manages the organisation's financial activities. The role prepares, reviews and analyses financial statements monthly, quarterly and annually, supports financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, and manages accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations and tax compliance (income tax, GST and corporate tax). It leads a team of three finance professionals and covers month-end and year-end close, payroll administration and internal controls.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, review and analyse monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Support financial planning, budgeting and forecasting by analysing financial data and recommending actions.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable to keep cash flow and records accurate.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger, bank and balance sheet accounts.
• Ensure compliance with corporate tax, income tax and GST filings.
• Handle import-export documentation and liaise with international suppliers and banks.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Maintain payroll records and implement internal controls to reduce discrepancies.
• Lead, mentor and manage a team of three finance professionals.
• Provide training to staff on accounting software and adopt new technologies to streamline operations.

Required profile

• Strong leadership, organisational and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage pressure and deadlines.

Required skills

• Intermediate-level Microsoft Excel.
• Accounting software such as Peachtree.
• ERP systems.