Assistant Accountant

About the job
About Contour

Contour Software has grown from a dozen people to over 2,000 staff across 3 cities, in less than 14 years.

As a subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., we are proud to be part of a global enterprise software conglomerate that has grown to become one of the top 10 software companies in the world, with employees and customers in 100+ countries. With a broad-based and ever-growing portfolio of market-leading, vertical-market enterprise solutions covering more than 100 industry domains in predominantly mature markets, CSI's recipe creates the perfect environment for professionals to build fulfilling, long-term careers.

What started as an R&D & Accounting back-office, has progressed into a full-service Global Centre serving all functions and departments, at the divisional as well as operating group/corporate level. Today Contour employees, located in Karachi, Lahore & Islamabad, are serving CSI divisions located in time zones spanning the globe, from Sydney to Vancouver. With the global growth of Constellation as the wind in our sails, we are only just getting started!

The Division

CrescentOne Inc. is a leading innovator in manufacturing ERP solutions, helping manufacturers and assembly companies domestically and worldwide optimize, manage and grow their operations. From single-location manufacturers to multi-national, multi-lingual, multi-currency corporations, CrescentOne offers the expertise and technology to deliver robust, yet scalable solutions that solve its customers’ most complicated business problems.

Job Description

We are looking for an Assistant Accountant to maintain our financial records, including purchases, sales, receipts and payments.

Assistant Accountant job duties include working with the Finance Manager to create and analyze financial reports, process accounts payable and receivable and manage invoices and tax payments. Our ideal candidate holds an Accounting degree and is familiar with Microsoft Dynamics GP (GP) or Microsoft Dynamics accounting software.

Ultimately, the responsibilities are to accurately record all day-to-day financial transactions of our company.

Responsibilities

Record day-to-day financial transactions and complete the posting process within local books
Post invoice batches within the sales module and ensuring that the invoices are being deferred correctly
Review of AR aging reports
Process customer account credits, return memos, cash receipts and apply them against invoices.
Coordinate and prepare customer invoices and reconcile monthly invoice activity to ensure completeness and accuracy
Coordinates and manages all relevant support relating to customer invoices including executed contracts, purchase orders and other support material.
Assist in the regular reconciliation of AR related accounts (e.g., AR, deferred revenue)
Assist with state sales tax compliance and other tax requirements
Assist in the preparation of internal monthly financial statements related to monthly, quarterly and annual reporting within deadlines and with high attention to accuracy, including:
Bank and account reconciliation preparation and adjustments, analytical review and variance analysis
Reconcile the AP and AR Subledgers to the General Ledger
Update of quarterly accruals and commitments
Preparation of journal entries for month end close
Process accounts payable by analyzing different invoices and making sure they are coded correctly
Prepare intercompany journals (management fees, recharges etc.)
Prepare transfer pricing journals
Assistance with preparation of balance sheet reconciliations monthly and related reports
Assistance with preparation of revenue analysis reports monthly
Assistance with preparation of trial balance variance analysis and commentary monthly
Generates and maintains complete records of all financial transactions in accordance to IFRS and in time to meet internal and external timelines
Implement process improvements to accounting processes and procedures to increase efficiency and effectiveness
Undertake special projects and ad hoc analysis as needed

Requirements

Proven bookkeeping/accounting experience
Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles
Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers
Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software
Proficiency in English and in MS Excel
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Finalist or part qualified Professional qualification (ACCA / ICAP or similar), Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
Experience working with US and international finance teams an asset

Exciting Benefits We Offer

Market-leading Salary
Medical Coverage – Self & Dependents
Parents Medical Coverage
Provident Fund
Employee Performance-based bonuses
Home Internet Subsidy
Conveyance Allowance
Profit Sharing Plan [Tenured Employees Only]
Life Benefit
Child Care Facility
Company Provided Lunch/Dinner
Professional Development Budget
Recreational area for in-house games
Sporadic On-shore training opportunities
Friendly work environment
Leave Encashment

Disclaimer: At Contour, we attribute our success to the unique contributions of our diverse staff. We’re committed to fostering a culture of respect that thrives on the varied perspectives and experiences of all individuals we recruit, employ, promote, and compensate. Since day one, we’ve adhered to a policy that champions a work environment honoring the worth and dignity of each person while being free from all forms of employment discrimination.

In our continuous effort to promote inclusivity, we extend our commitment to individuals with special needs by providing reasonable accommodations. We actively encourage qualified individuals with special needs to apply for the various openings within our company. Should you require assistance in completing the application process or have any inquiries regarding special facilities, please do not hesitate to contact our HR team. Your unique talents and abilities are welcomed and valued here.