Accountant – Client Accounting & Bookkeeping
Lynchpin Group · Lahore, Pakistan ·
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- Finance
- Experience
- 2+ years
Job Title: Accountant – Client
Accounting & Bookkeeping
Location: Lahore, Pakistan
Job Summary:
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Accountant to handle client
accounting and bookkeeping services for our diverse portfolio of clients. The
ideal candidate will manage day-to-day bookkeeping, maintain accurate financial
records, perform reconciliations, and prepare client-specific financial
reports. This role requires hands-on experience with accounting software,
excellent numerical skills, and the ability to communicate with clients
professionally.
Key Responsibilities:
• Maintain daily bookkeeping for clients, including recording
transactions (income, expenses, accounts payable, accounts receivable).
• Reconcile bank statements, credit card accounts, and general ledger accounts
regularly.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and adjustments as needed for month-end
close.
• Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports (e.g., profit &
loss, balance sheet) for clients.
• Manage clients’ accounts payable and accounts receivable cycles.
• Assist with payroll processing (if required) and client payroll
record-keeping.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of chart of accounts for all client entities.
• Support client onboarding by setting up accounting structures in accounting
software.
• Use cloud-based accounting platforms (such as QuickBooks Online, Xero, or
Zoho Books) to maintain client books.
• Ensure client compliance with financial policies, regulatory requirements,
and tax-related accounting information.
• Communicate with clients to understand their accounting requirements, respond
to inquiries, and resolve issues.
• Collaborate with internal team (accounting, finance, advisory) to ensure
smooth service delivery.
• Prepare periodic reports for internal management on client account status,
risk, and performance.
• Participate in client meetings to provide financial insights, suggest process
improvements, and support client decision-making.
Requirements
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or client accounting
services (remote or in-office). (Similar roles in Pakistani firms / remote
accounting teams expect this.)
• Proficiency with accounting software, especially cloud-based systems:
QuickBooks Online, Xero, Zoho Books, etc.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, journal entries, accruals, and
reconciliations.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Good communication skills (written + verbal), able to liaise with clients.
(Remote accounting roles in Pakistan emphasize professional English.)
• Ability to manage multiple client accounts at once and meet deadlines.
• Analytical skills: ability to analyze financial data and prepare meaningful
reports.
• Time-management skills and ability to work independently.
Preferred Skills:
• Accounting certification.
• Experience working with US GAAP or international accounting standards
(especially for clients based abroad).
• Prior experience in remote bookkeeping / accounting services.
• Experience in preparing client financial statements and supporting financial
decision-making.
• Familiarity with payroll software or payroll accounting.