Contour Software

Senior Financial Accountant

Contour Software  •  Karachi, PK (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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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!

The Perseus Operating Group, a division of Constellation Software (TSX: CSU), isseekingan energetic, independent, and detail-orientedSenior Financial Accountantto join our finance team at our Contour office in Karachi.The successfulcandidate will accuratelymaintainthegeneral ledger,demonstratea strong understanding of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, and other financial transactions,and bringexcellent communication, business, and analytical skills. This individualwill beefficient, resourceful, andable tomaintainconfidentiality.Therole includes ongoing supportforbusiness operations, accounting policies, financial processes, and accounting systems.The Senior Financial Accountantwillbe responsible formaintainingfinancial records,preparingreports and account reconciliations,consolidatingmonth-end reportingpackages, andassistingwith month-end financial analysis. 

Constellation is a publicly traded company thatacquires, manages, and grows vertical market software companiesaroundthe world. 


Responsibilities

  • Assistwith monthly close procedures, including preparing and posting adjusting journal entries.

  • Prepare monthly account reconciliations.

  • Research and resolve account discrepanciesin a timely manner

  • Manage A/P inbox inquiries from internal stakeholders and vendors.

  • Assistwith monthly financial statement analysis and reporting on key variances.

  • Assistwith special projects asrequired

  • Consolidatebalance sheet package overviews.

  • Consolidatemonthly reporting packages and provide monthly trend analysis.

  • Maintain financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts.

  • Meet processing and reporting deadlines.

  • Leadand oversee thedaily accounting activitiesofaccountants and assistant accountantstoensurean efficientand well-coordinatedworkflow

  • Provide clear leadership, direction,and supporttoteam members by sharing knowledge, answering questions, andresolvingaccounting-related issues.

  • Leadteamactivitiesto ensure alignmentwithmonthly reporting deadlines andthe company’s financial priorities.

  • Assist the Senior Finance Manager as needed.

  • Answer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.

  • Work closely with offshore teams across different time zones to ensure smooth coordination of financial tasks.


Professional Acumen

  • The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities whilemaintainingexceptional attention to detail.

  • Build andmaintainstrong relationships with external vendors and internal customers while promoting a customer-service-oriented and positive finance team culture. Experience in a multi-location environment is a plus.

  • Be proactive and eager to contribute, learn, ask thoughtful questions, and provide practical solutions. Maintain a continuous improvement mindset byidentifying, reviewing, and implementing process improvements.

Education and Technical Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.

  • ACCA, CMA, and/or CPA designation, or active progress toward completion, is preferred.

  • 5+ years of experience infinanceor accountingfunctions Experience with an international company and priorexposure toteamcoordination or mentoringare considered assets.

  • Working knowledge of GAAP and IFRS, including IFRS 15 and IFRS 16.

  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel workbooks and PowerPoint.

  • Experience with accounting technology, including automated solutions and ERP general ledger systems.

  • Experience with Great Plains,Jedox, Concur, banking applications, or similar programs is a plus.

  • A thorough understanding of accounting guidance, including revenue recognition andacquisitionaccounting, is a plus.

  • Ability to manage, develop, and implement new processes aligned with best practices.

  • Ability to plan, coordinate, andsupportthe month-end close schedule, including timelinemanagementand preparation of balance sheet reconciliations.

  • Effective oral, written, and business communication skills.

  • Professional interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

  • Detail-oriented, with the ability to meet deadlines, multitask, and work effectively in a rapidly changing environment.

Exciting BenefitsWe Offer

  • Market-leading salary

  • Medical coverage for employees and dependents

  • Parental medical coverage

  • Provident fund

  • Performance-based bonuses

  • Home internet subsidy

  • Conveyance allowance

  • Profit sharing plan for tenured employees

  • Life benefit

  • Childcare facility

  • Company-provided lunch and dinner

  • Professional development budget

  • Recreational area for in-house games

  • Occasional onshore 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

About Contour Software

Contour Software is a wholly owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc (CSI). CSI (http://www.csisoftware.com/) 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 130 Departments (R&D, Finance, IT, Customer Support, Professional Services, Sales & Marketing and G&A) belonging to more than 120 of CSI’s 400+ 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.

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Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Karachi, PK
Year Founded
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