Department of Tourist Services (DTS), Punjab, functioning under the Tourism, Archaeology and Museums Department, invites applications for the contract position of Accounts Officer under advertisement IPL-10654.
Institutional Context and Financial Operations
The Department of Tourist Services manages official licensing fee receipts, provincial tourism budget allocations, and fiscal disbursements for field operations and regulatory staff across Punjab. Solid fiscal transparency and disciplined accounting controls are fundamental to sustaining the department's administrative and operational initiatives.
Operational Responsibilities and Accountancy Duties
The Accounts Officer manages overall departmental accounting registers, cashbooks, and expenditure reconciliations in compliance with Punjab government financial rules. Core responsibilities include preparing monthly expenditure statements, maintaining bank accounts, processing operational payroll and allowances for the Punjab Tourism Force, managing tax deductions, facilitating internal and AG Punjab audits, and maintaining comprehensive computerized ledger systems.
Application Preparation and Document Checklist
Eligible candidates holding Punjab domicile must compile the following verified application documents:
- Attested copies of 16-year degree in Accounts & Finance, Commerce, or Business Administration and academic transcripts.
- Documented experience certificates verifying at least 2 years of professional post-qualification accounting work.
- Valid Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) and Punjab Domicile Certificate.
- Proof of IT literacy in accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, or MS Excel).
- Recent passport-sized color photographs.
Submission Logistics and Portal Guidelines
Interested applicants must apply online through the official Punjab Job Portal at https://jobs.punjab.gov.pk on or before 23 October 2026. Late or incomplete submissions will not be entertained. In-service government employees must produce departmental NOC at the time of interview.