Accountant – Client Accounting & Bookkeeping

**Job Title: Accountant – Client
Accounting & BookkeepingLocation:** Lahore, Pakistan

Job Type: Full-time

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.