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 Division:
The Perseus Operating Group, a division of Constellation Software (TSX: CSU), is seeking an energetic, independent, and detail-oriented senior financial accountant to join our finance team at our Contour office in Karachi. Successful candidate will be able to accurately maintain a general ledger, have a strong understanding of the intricacies of assets, liabilities, profit, and loss, and other financial transactions within an organization. The candidate will have excellent communication, business, and analytical skills. This individual is efficient, resourceful, and has the ability and willingness to maintain confidentiality. This role includes ongoing support and knowledge of the business operations, accounting policies, financial processes, and accounting systems. Further, the senior financial accountant will be responsible for, maintaining financial records, reports, and account reconciliations, consolidating overview packages for month-end reporting, and assisting with month-end financial analysis.
Constellation is a publicly traded company that acquires, manages, and grows vertical market software companies all over the world.
Responsibilities:
• Assist with monthly close procedures including preparing and posting adjusting journal entries
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations
• Research and resolve account discrepancies
• Manage A/P inbox inquiries from internal stakeholders and vendors
• Assist with analyzing financial statements on a monthly basis and report on any variances
• Assist with special projects as required
• Consolidate balance sheet package overview
• Consolidate monthly reporting packages and provide trending analysis on a monthly basis
• Maintain financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts
• Meet processing and reporting deadlines
• Lead and support team of accountants and assistant accountants, ensuring smooth daily operations
• Mentor and support team members, providing direction and feedback to help them grow professionally
• Set clear team goals and objectives that align with the 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 team across different time zones to ensure smooth coordination of financial tasks.
Professional Acumen:
• The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills allowing him or her to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Will ensure strong relationships with external vendors and internal customers, maintaining a strong customer service culture and positive attitude within the finance team. Experience with a multilocation environment is a plus.
• Be proactive and eager to contribute and learn, ask lots of questions, and provide solutions. Maintaining a continuous improvement mindset and proactively identifying, reviewing, and implementing process improvements.
Education and Technical Skills:
• BS in Accounting or Finance
• ACCA, CMA, and/or CPA
• 3-5 years of industry experience in a finance or accounting function. Experience with an international company and prior team management experience are a plus.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, IFRS including the new IFRS 15 and 16 standard
• Highly proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including sophisticated Excel workbooks and PowerPoint.
• Experience with accounting technology including automated solutions and ERP's for general ledgers.
• Experience with Great Plains, Jedox, Concur, banking applications, or other similar programs is a plus.
• A thorough understanding of accounting guidance, including Revenue Recognition and acquisition accounting, is a plus.
• Ability to manage, develop and implement new processes to align with best practices.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and execute the month-end close schedule, including timeline development and preparation of balance sheet reconciliations.
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.