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Contour Software
Staff Accountant
Location:
Karachi, Pakistan
Department: Accounting / Auditing
Job Description
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 Contour & Constellation:
Contour Software is a wholly owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc. (CSI), which acquires, manages and builds market-leading software businesses that develop industry-specific, mission-critical enterprise software solutions to serve both the public and private sectors. Prior to going public in 2006, CSI won the prestigious “Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies” award in 2005. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, and with a global presence, CSI’s subsidiaries operate in more than 80 different industries in over 100 countries, generating annual revenues in excess of $3 Billion.
Contour Software currently houses remote employees for more than 80 Departments (R&D, Finance, IT, Customer Support, Professional Services and Other) belonging to more than 40 of CSI’s 500+ divisions, in 3 offices [KHI, LHE & ISB]. Contour employees are key players in implementing, supporting, extending, enhancing, and renewing enterprise systems that run thousands of medium and large businesses as well as public institutions, globally.
Contour Software is a wholly owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc. (CSI), which acquires, manages and builds market-leading software businesses that develop industry-specific, mission-critical enterprise software solutions to serve both the public and private sectors. Prior to going public in 2006, CSI won the prestigious “Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies” award in 2005. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, and with a global presence, CSI’s subsidiaries operate in more than 80 different industries in over 100 countries, generating annual revenues in excess of $3 Billion.
Contour Software currently houses remote employees for more than 80 Departments (R&D, Finance, IT, Customer Support, Professional Services and Other) belonging to more than 40 of CSI’s 500+ divisions, in 3 offices [KHI, LHE & ISB]. Contour employees are key players in implementing, supporting, extending, enhancing, and renewing enterprise systems that run thousands of medium and large businesses as well as public institutions, globally.
About the Division
At
Vela
Software, 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!
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:
- Manage accounts receivable and payable, General Ledger in accordance with accounting policies
- Calculate, reconcile and monitor invoices for clients from multiple countries in multiple currencies
- Reconcile supplier and program transaction values, investigate and resolve discrepancies
- Reconcile transaction values in different systems against bank transactions, coordinating with the Partnership team on discrepancies
- Allocate transactions of different suppliers to different programs accurately and ensure to use funds from the correct account for payments
- Monitor the Escrow account(s) ensuring enough funds in the account to cover redemptions
- Create monthly reconciliation error summary reports and coordinating with the Partnership team to correct errors
- Quarterly reconciliations, year-end tax slips and EHT management
- Develop and implement process improvements and prepare documentation for newly implemented processes
- Prepare sales tax returns and corporate reporting requirements
- Review monthly revenue and expenses for accruals
- Maintain accounting software and reconciliation software
- Manage and report daily cash and prepares cash forecast, monitor collection activities and working capital
- Compile monthly financial statements, monthly accounting schedules, conducted financial analysis on monthly statements, perform bank reconciliations.
- Work closely with the Director, Operations and other senior members of the company
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role
- Finalist / Qualified Professional Accountant or bachelor'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
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.
Contour Software
Staff Accountant