Accounting Specialist
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30+ days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About PalmPay
PalmPay is a leading neobank and fintech platform scaling financial inclusion across emerging markets. With over 40 million users were building a digital financial ecosystem that empowers individuals and businesses through accessible easy-to-use and rewarding financial services.
Operating in Nigeria Ghana Tanzania Bangladesh and Pakistan PalmPay has been recognised by CNBC as one of the Top 300 Global Fintech Companies and ranked #2 overall and #1 in financial services on the Financial Times Africas Fastest Growing Companies 2025 list.
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounting Specialist to join our finance team in Pakistan. The role will support end-to-end accounting operations including financial reporting reconciliations taxation and compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in NBFC fintech or financial services with sound knowledge of Pakistans accounting and tax regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Record Management
Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records including general ledger cashbook and bank book.
Process invoices reimbursements and vendor payments ensuring proper documentation and approval.
Manage petty cash and daily expense records according to company policy.
Reporting & Reconciliation
Prepare daily weekly and monthly financial reports including cash flow P&L and balance sheet summaries.
Perform bank reconciliations vendor reconciliations and intercompany reconciliations on a regular basis.
Support month-end and year-end closing activities with detailed financial statements.
Compliance & Taxation
Ensure compliance with FBR SECP and local NBFC regulatory requirements.
Prepare and assist with tax filings VAT and withholding reports.
Support audit processes providing timely and accurate documentation for internal and external reviews.
Budgeting & Analysis
Assist in budget preparation expense tracking and variance analysis.
Provide financial insights to management for operational decision-making.
Collaboration & Coordination
Liaise with regional and global finance teams to ensure accurate data consolidation and reporting.
Support finance management in implementing process improvements and financial controls.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting Finance or Business Administration.
Minimum 35 years of accounting experience preferably in NBFC fintech or banking sectors.
Strong understanding of Pakistans accounting standards IFRS and tax regulations.
Proficient in MS Excel and accounting software such as QuickBooks SAP or ERP systems.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Strong analytical communication and problem-solving skills.
Fluency in English and Urdu (written and verbal).
Preferred Qualifications
Part-qualified CA ACCA or ICMA certification preferred.
Hands-on experience in automated reconciliation and reporting tools.
Prior work experience in a multinational fintech or NBFC environment.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary package with annual performance-based review.
Two festival bonuses per year.
Mobile and internet allowance.
Health insurance and paid annual leave.
Opportunity to grow and develop within a global fintech company.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Account Payable
- Invoicing
- Journal Entry
- Data Entry
- Accounting & Finance
- Tax Returns
- QuickBooks
- General Ledger Accounting
- Microsoft Excel
- Reporting
- Payroll
- Financial statement
- Account Receivable
- ACCA
- CPA
About Company
An intuitive digital wallet with account opening, money transfer and bill payments in one. Earn as you spend.
