Accounting Specialist

About PalmPay

PalmPay is a leading neobank and fintech platform scaling financial inclusion across emerging markets. With over 40 million users , we’re building a digital financial ecosystem that empowers individuals and businesses through accessible, easy-to-use, and rewarding financial services.

Operating in Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania, Bangladesh, and Pakistan , PalmPay has been recognised by CNBC as one of the Top 300 Global Fintech Companies and ranked #2 overall and #1 in financial services on the Financial Times’ Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies 2025 list.

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounting Specialist to join our finance team in Pakistan. The role will support end-to-end accounting operations, including financial reporting, reconciliations, taxation, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in NBFC, fintech, or financial services , with sound knowledge of Pakistan’s accounting and tax regulations .

Key Responsibilities

Financial Record Management

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including general ledger, cashbook, and bank book
• Process invoices, reimbursements, and vendor payments, ensuring proper documentation and approval
• Manage petty cash and daily expense records according to company policy
  
  

Reporting & Reconciliation

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports, including cash flow, P&L, and balance sheet summaries
• Perform bank reconciliations, vendor reconciliations, and intercompany reconciliations on a regular basis
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities with detailed financial statements
  
  

Compliance & Taxation

• Ensure compliance with FBR, SECP, and local NBFC regulatory requirements
• Prepare and assist with tax filings, VAT, and withholding reports
• Support audit processes, providing timely and accurate documentation for internal and external reviews
  
  

Budgeting & Analysis

• Assist in budget preparation, expense tracking, and variance analysis
• Provide financial insights to management for operational decision-making
  
  

Collaboration & Coordination

• Liaise with regional and global finance teams to ensure accurate data consolidation and reporting
• Support finance management in implementing process improvements and financial controls
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Minimum 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in NBFC, fintech, or banking sectors
• Strong understanding of Pakistan’s accounting standards, IFRS, and tax regulations
• Proficient in MS Excel and accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or ERP systems
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Fluency in English and Urdu (written and verbal)
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Part-qualified CA, ACCA, or ICMA certification preferred
• Hands-on experience in automated reconciliation and reporting tools
• Prior work experience in a multinational fintech or NBFC environment
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary package with annual performance-based review
• Two festival bonuses per year
• Mobile and internet allowance
• Health insurance and paid annual leave
• Opportunity to grow and develop within a global fintech company
  
  

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