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!
POSITION SUMMARY
The Staff Accountant will join the A-Team within the Finance/Accounting Department and work closely with the Controller and another accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations, analyze financial information, and prepare financial reports. The ideal candidate will be highly driven, proactive, and detail-oriented; work effectively in a team environment; and actively participate in joint problem solving while meeting established deadlines. This position requires strong time management, communication, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Assist the Controller and collaborate with another accountant on daily, month-end, and year-end accounting operations.
Accounts Payable (A/P): Process vendor invoices, dispatch them to operational managers for review and approval, and ensure accurate, timely payment. Maintain strong professional relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.
Billing & Accounts Receivable (A/R): Generate customer invoices, record receivables, track outstanding balances, and conduct collections. Address client invoice inquiries while maintaining positive working relationships to support timely resolution and payment.
Month-End Close & Reconciliation: Prepare and post monthly journal entries, reconcile general ledger and balance sheet accounts, perform variance analysis, and draft commentary explaining significant fluctuations or trends. Assist in preparing internal financial reporting packages for management.
Allocations & Adjustments: Manage monthly accruals, amortization of prepaids, fixed asset depreciation, and IFRS 16 schedules. Record necessary adjusting journal entries.
Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of internal financial statements and support activities such as audit requests and compliance reporting.
All other duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited institution.
Two to five years of work experience, preferably in general ledger or company accounting.
Solid understanding of IFRS or US GAAP policies and procedures.
Strong working knowledge of Excel is required.
Experience using an accounting software program is required; NetSuite experience is preferred.
Works 40+ hours per week.
Availability to work after hours on occasion, including longer hours during month-end close and other peak periods, as required.
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
- Bachelor's degree in accounting
- Two to five years of work experience in general ledger or company accounting
- Solid understanding of IFRS or US GAAP policies and procedures
- Strong working knowledge of Excel
- Experience using an accounting software program
- NetSuite experience
- Works 40+ hours per week and availability for occasional after-hours/month-end work
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.
