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!
About the Division
At Contour, we believe in driving the maximum value for consumers everywhere. We're empowering leading clients to help them go further and build optimal engagement for their customers.
About the Position
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our Finance team for a permanent full-time position. The successful candidate will report to the Director, Finance. They will manage and coordinate all aspects of accounting and will be responsible for conducting high-level analysis of revenue, credit, expenses and overhead. If you are highly detail-oriented and capable of analyzing data with creativity and innovation in mind, we want to hear from you!
What you'll be working on:
Support monthly financial reporting for GNT and GEWATEC, ensuring accurate and timely completion of reporting requirements and compliance with relevant deadlines.
Manage accounts receivable, accounts payable, and General Ledger activities in accordance with company accounting policies and procedures.
Prepare and submit monthly reporting and reconciliation templates, including Non-Financial Metrics, Balance Sheet (BS) Reconciliations, WIP and WIP Provision Metrics, AR/AfDA Metrics, and Intercompany (IC) Reconciliation.
Calculate, reconcile, and monitor client invoices across multiple countries and currencies, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
Reconcile supplier and program transaction values, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate with the Partnership team and other stakeholders to resolve issues.
Reconcile transaction values across different systems against bank transactions and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
Accurately allocate supplier transactions to the appropriate programs and ensure payments are made from the correct accounts.
Monitor escrow account(s) and ensure sufficient funds are available to cover redemptions and other required payments.
Prepare monthly reconciliation error summary reports and coordinate with the Partnership team to investigate and correct errors.
Support quarterly reconciliations, year-end tax slip preparation, and Employer Health Tax (EHT) management.
Support IFRS 16 accounting and postings as required.
Support local accounting activities, particularly the dunning process and timely issuance of payment reminders to customers, while supporting collection activities and working capital management.
Review monthly revenue and expenses and prepare or review accruals as required.
Manage and maintain accounting and reconciliation software, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
Manage and report daily cash positions, prepare cash forecasts, and monitor collections and working capital.
Perform daily analysis and monitoring of financial data and key financial figures, identifying trends, variances, and potential issues.
Compile monthly financial statements and accounting schedules, perform financial analysis, and conduct bank reconciliations.
Prepare sales tax returns and support corporate reporting and compliance requirements.
Support the optimization and further development of existing financial and accounting processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and controls.
Develop and maintain documentation for newly implemented or improved processes.
Work closely with the Director, Operations, and other senior members of the company to support financial operations, reporting, and business requirements.
Requirements :
Minimum of 2-3 years' experience in a similar role
Finalist / Qualified Professional Accountant or Master's degree in Accounting or business administration
Knowledge of multi-currency transactions
Advanced knowledge of MS Excel, using excel vlookup and pivot tables in data analysis
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Knowledge of QuickBooks is a must
Familiarity with Blackline and GP 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.
Skills Required
- Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a similar accounting role
- Finalist or Qualified Professional Accountant, or a Master's degree in Accounting or Business Administration
- Knowledge of multi-currency transactions
- Advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge, including VLOOKUP and pivot tables for data analysis
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Knowledge of QuickBooks
- Familiarity with BlackLine and GP
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.
