Accountent

Description

Fine Traders seeks a detail-oriented and conscientious Accountant with at least five years of experience to manage the company’s financial reporting and tax compliance functions. This role involves handling a variety of accounting responsibilities including customs and import accounting, sales and income tax return filing, and foreign currency transactions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a thorough understanding of IFRS and local tax laws, ensuring accurate month-end closing processes and timely reconciliations. Strong skills in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting are required to support strategic decision-making at the management level. The Accountant works independently and reports directly to the Director, requiring exceptional honesty and confidentiality when managing sensitive financial information. This full-time position is based in the Karachi office and demands effective communication skills in English and Urdu. Coordination with auditors and tax consultants is a key aspect of the role, alongside preparing management information system reports that track monthly sales, receivables, stock, and cash flow. Experience in the chemicals, trading, or import-distribution sectors and professional accounting qualifications such as ACCA or CA are preferred but not compulsory.

Responsibilities

• Manage customs and import accounting activities including handling WeBOC, duties, advance tax at import stage, and shipment costing.
• Prepare and file sales tax and income tax returns on FBR IRIS and Sindh Revenue Board platforms, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Process withholding tax deductions, deposits, and prepare accurate tax statements.
• Respond to Federal Board of Revenue notices promptly and assist in preparing audit files to facilitate smooth audits.
• Perform inventory and stock valuation along with costing for traded goods to maintain accurate accounting records.
• Handle foreign currency transactions and letter of credit/bank documentation, including recording exchange gains and losses.
• Ensure adherence to IFRS and local tax laws while maintaining up-to-date knowledge of financial regulations.
• Complete month-end closing activities within set deadlines to ensure timely financial reporting.
• Conduct bank, supplier, and customer reconciliations to maintain accurate ledger balances.
• Coordinate effectively with auditors and external tax consultants to support financial audits and tax planning.
• Prepare detailed Management Information System (MIS) reports covering monthly sales, receivables, stock levels, and cash flow analysis to support business decisions.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and uphold ethical standards when handling sensitive financial data.
• Communicate clearly and professionally in both English and Urdu, facilitating smooth interactions within the organization.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, reporting directly to the Director.
• Commit to full-time work from the Karachi office, maintaining consistent attendance and availability.

Experience

5 Years

Apply By

Dec 1, 2026

Required Skills

• Account Reconciliation
• Bank Reconciliation
• IFRS
• Costing
• Inventory Valuation
• Withholding Tax
• Income Tax Filing
• Sales Tax Filing
• Customs and Import Accounting
• Microsoft Excel
• Tax Preparation and Compliance
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounts Payable
• Financial Reporting

Nice to Have Skills

• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Audit coordination
• MIS Reporting