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
Libra Software Group acquires, manages and builds industry specific software businesses globally. Vela is an operating group of Constellation Software Inc., a leading provider of software and services to a select group of public and private sector markets. Constellation Software operates in over 100 countries and dozens of verticals.
Job Description
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to maintain our financial records, including purchases, sales, receipts and payments.
Staff Accountant job duties include working closely with the existing team 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) accounting software and Microsoft Dynamics 365.
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 accounting software
Post invoice batches within the sales module and ensuring that the invoices are being deferred correctly in accounting software
Prepare AR aging reports, assist in preparation of the allowance of doubtful account provision and supporting material, send monthly AR statements to customers, process and follow up on customer payments
Process customer account credits, return memos, cash receipts and apply them against invoices in accounting software
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., work in progress, 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 commitment
Preparation of journal entries for month end close; and
Process accounts payable by analyzing different invoices and making sure they are coded correctly and posting them into accounting software
Identify inter-company differences and send to local accounting team findings
Prepare intercompany journals (recharges etc.) as required by local accounting team
Generating SmartView reports from accounting software to use in various reports
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
Assist with quarterly disclosure reporting and templates
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
Professional Accounting qualification or equivalent degree in Finance, Accounting
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.
Skills Required
- Proven bookkeeping/accounting experience
- Solid understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable principles
- Ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
- Data entry skills and strong numerical aptitude
- Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary accounting software
- Proficiency in English and Microsoft Excel
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Professional accounting qualification or equivalent degree in Finance/Accounting
- Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics GP and Microsoft Dynamics 365
- Experience generating SmartView reports and preparing reconciliations and month-end reports (IFRS)
What We Do
Contour Software is a wholly owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc. (CSI), specializing in IT services and consulting. The company provides augmented teams of professional IT staff to support 245 business units within CSI, helping them implement, support, extend, and enhance the mission-critical enterprise systems that power thousands of medium and large businesses and public institutions globally.
