Finance Assistant

About the role

BrightSpyre is hiring a Finance Assistant in Islamabad to support the Pakistan U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN), which works with USEFP to promote mutual understanding between Pakistan and the United States through educational and cultural exchange, public diplomacy and digital and in-person engagement. The post reports to the Senior Grants/Finance Officer and covers accurate financial processing, recordkeeping and compliance with financial policies and tax requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare bank payment vouchers, journal vouchers and receipt vouchers with proper documentation and supporting records.
• Record financial transactions in the general ledger and relevant subsidiary ledgers accurately and on time.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Process remittances and payments for small grants and chapter activities within approved budgets and procedures.
• Maintain records of advances issued for PUAN grants and other activities, including their utilization and settlement status.
• Keep organized financial records and supporting documentation for audit and reporting.
• Calculate and deduct withholding income and sales taxes on vendor payments, keep tax records and stay familiar with the FBR portal.
• Perform other finance and grant-related duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree (14 years of education) in commerce from a HEC-recognized university.
• At least two years of progressively responsible finance and accounting experience; experience with an international organization in the development sector is preferred.
• Knowledge of fund accounting methods, procedures and voucher-processing techniques.
• Accountability, adaptability and service orientation.
• Criminal and security background check required.

What we offer

• One-year contract, extendable.
• Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional flexibility for evening events.
• Salary of Rs. 157,613 to 176,450 gross per month, depending on qualifications and experience.