Accounts Officer

The role

To maintain accurate financial records, process transactions, manage accounts payable and receivable, ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations, and support monthly/annual financial reporting within Envi Tech AL's environmental laboratory and consultancy operations.

What you will do

• Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring accurate recording of all financial transactions
• Process accounts payable: verify supplier invoices, prepare payment schedules, and execute timely payments
• Manage accounts receivable: issue client invoices, monitor outstanding payments, follow up on overdue accounts, and maintain debtor records
• Conduct monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Process employee expense claims and reimbursements in accordance with company policy
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns (sales tax, income tax, withholding tax) to FBR
• Assist in preparation of monthly financial statements, trial balances, and management reports
• Maintain fixed asset register and calculate depreciation schedules
• Ensure compliance with Pakistani accounting standards, tax laws, and internal financial controls
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations as required
• File and maintain financial documents, invoices, receipts, and contracts systematically
• Coordinate with laboratory and consultancy teams to track project-related costs and revenue
• Assist the Finance Manager with budget monitoring and variance analysis
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial operations

What we are looking for

• Proficiency in double-entry bookkeeping and fundamental accounting principles
• Working knowledge of Pakistani tax regulations including sales tax, withholding tax, and income tax filing procedures
• Competence in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, data analysis)
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Peachtree, SAP, or similar ERP systems)
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise tasks effectively
• Clear written and verbal communication skills in English and Urdu
• Understanding of accounts payable and receivable cycles
• Capability to prepare basic financial reports and reconciliations
• Professional integrity and confidentiality in handling financial information

Nice to have

• Familiarity with environmental sector financial operations or project-based accounting
• Experience with FBR e-filing portals and online tax submission systems
• Knowledge of IFRS or relevant Pakistani accounting standards
• Competence in financial analysis and variance reporting
• Experience in preparing documentation for ISO financial audits
• Proficiency in advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUP, macros, financial modelling)
• Understanding of petty cash management and internal control procedures

Working conditions

{'location': 'Office-based in Karachi', 'hours': 'Standard business hours (typically 09:00–18:00), with occasional extended hours during month-end, quarter-end, year-end closing, and tax filing periods', 'environment': 'Professional office environment with computer workstation; minimal physical demands; may require coordination with laboratory and field staff', 'travel': 'Occasional travel to bank branches or government offices as required'}

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Commerce (B.Com), Business Administration with Finance/Accounting major, or equivalent qualification. Partial completion of professional accounting certification (CA, ACCA, CIMA) is advantageous.
• Experience: minimum 2 years