Bookkeeper / Accounting Assistant

About the role

Veritas Consultancy (UK) Ltd is looking for a diligent Bookkeeper/Accounting Assistant to join its finance team in Islamabad. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will support daily financial operations, prepare reports and ensure statutory compliance while working independently.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records in line with internal controls and statutory requirements.
• Process accounts payable and receivable, issue sales invoices and manage credit control.
• Post purchase invoices, perform regular bank reconciliations and reconcile VAT transactions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, budgets, forecasts and variance analyses.
• Analyse aged debtors and creditors, support year‑end closing and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Maintain a compliance calendar, liaise with HMRC, Companies House and other regulatory bodies.
• Serve as the primary contact for finance‑related queries, suppliers, banks and partner organisations.
• Enter financial data into Xero, keep sales and purchase ledgers up‑to‑date and assist with broader administrative duties.

Required profile

• Proactive, self‑motivated and solutions‑focused work ethic.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate record‑keeping.
• Adaptable and eager to learn in a dynamic environment.
• Awareness of compliance requirements and regulatory changes.

Required skills

• Xero accounting software