Accounts Assistant

Aptech Metro Star Gate Center is looking for a detail-oriented and responsible Accounts Assistant to join their team in Karachi. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing financial records, performing accurate data entry, and supporting various accounting functions to ensure smooth financial operations. This full-time position offers a starting monthly salary of Rs40,000 and requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities
Maintain control sheets, fee records, vouchers, and other financial documentation with precision. Perform timely data entry using Aptrack, EasyFee, and other relevant accounting software. Manage daily paid-fee lists and reconcile them against system records to ensure accuracy. Assist with fee collection and recovery activities as needed. Deposit student fee collections in the bank twice daily and conduct daily bank reconciliations. Maintain cash closing records and manage petty cash with proper documentation of expenses. Prepare daily management information system (MIS) reports, collection reports, bank position summaries, and other financial reports. Monitor and control center expenses, coordinate event budgets, payments, and financial requisitions. Support month-end closing processes and audit-related activities to ensure compliance and readiness. Regularly report on active students, collections, and outstanding dues to management. Perform additional finance-related duties as assigned by senior staff.

Required Qualifications
Proficiency in MIS reporting and accurate data entry is essential. Strong financial analysis skills with meticulous attention to detail. Competency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel. Excellent time management and multitasking abilities to handle multiple responsibilities efficiently. Demonstrated strong business acumen and understanding of financial processes. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact professionally with colleagues and stakeholders. Skilled in documentation and presentation of financial data. Customer service orientation with the ability to handle queries professionally and courteously. Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining accuracy. Strong teamwork and coordination skills to collaborate effectively within the department.

This role demands a candidate capable of maintaining precise financial records, ensuring timely fee posting, managing petty cash and bank deposits, and contributing to audit readiness. The position offers the opportunity to work at a reputable educational center, supporting its financial operations and contributing to its overall success. The work location is on-site at Aptech Metro Star Gate Center in Karachi.