Management Associate Finance (Payables)

Our purpose-You will be part of the largest skills development fund in Pakistan. PSDF’s purpose is to shape the future and well-being of our poor and vulnerable youth by giving them access to skills training of the highest standard so they can find sustainable employment and income-generating opportunities in Pakistan and beyond.

The impact we have created-PSDF started its operations in the 4 poorest districts of Punjab. Since 2016, the geographical remit has expanded to the entire 36 districts of Punjab. PSDF has trained almost 300,000 underprivileged youth across Punjab, which includes 180,000+ male and 110,000+ female graduates. These graduates have been trained in approximately 250 demand-driven and market relevant trades across 10 sectors.

Diversified and challenging team-At PSDF, our team constantly works in a fast paced and challenging environment and needs someone who can match and deliver at our pace. We are looking for a passionate and innately talented individual who can actively pursue and drive the agenda of PSDF and is always ready to take up new challenges.

The main opportunities and challenges for this role are

1. Preparation of program invoices for timely payments to TSPs.
2. Facilitate in completing all tax (except payroll-related) matters i.e. timely deposits, monthly/annual returns etc.
3. Provide audit justifications and resolving all financial queries of the management, related to non-Programme & Tax payments.
4. Ensure the compliance of Income Tax Ordinance, and all applicable & prevailing laws including the provisions of Companies Ordinance.
5. Liaison with Auditors (Internal, External & Govt Auditors) to resolve all related queries.
6. Any other task assigned by the CFO or Team Lead.

The main accountabilities for this role include

1. Timely and accurate processing of all payments. 100% compliance.
2. Timely deposit of WHT and returns.
3. Smooth departmental operations.

To apply, you must have: 

1. Bachelor’s degree  (Hons)  in the field of Finance / Accounts or equivalent, OR CA (Inter level) with completed articles.
2. 0-1 years of experience in finance & accounts
3. Basic knowledge of IFRS & companies’ ordinance
4. Basic knowledge ERP systems from an operations point of view The required experience for this role requires you to have
5. Expertise in MS Office
6. Experience in ERP will be a preference

To collaborate and perform effectively, the role requires you to

1. Build strong relationships with External Teams i.e., External, Internal & DG Auditors.
2. Build strong relationships with Internal Teams: All PSDF User Departments.

Preferred mindset and capabilities we are looking for:

1. Results driven and persistent to get the desired results and takes ownership of actions.
2. Innovative and has an aptitude to welcome and try new ways of doing things and push for their execution.
3. Willing to strive for excellence and can anticipate challenges for continuous improvement.
4. A team player with an aptitude to work with the mantra of one team by proactively supporting others to solve challenges.
5. Demonstrates respect for all and can put things in perspective and gauge all actions through merit and performance

PSDF has a lot more to offer than a market competitive salary and perks. As a PSDF employee you will get:

• Professional development and career growth opportunities with the largest skills development fund in Pakistan.
• Experience a professional environment that believes in innovative solutions to addressing youth employment and entrepreneurship.
• Opportunity to develop and execute innovative approaches to skills development for Pakistan’s youth.