Principal Accounts Officer
Last date to apply Nov 25, 2026 11 days left
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About Principal Accounts Officer
Capital Development Authority is hiring for the post of Principal Accounts Officer (1 post) in Islamabad.
The Principal Accounts Officer will manage and oversee all accounting functions, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance.
Requirements for Principal Accounts Officer
Applicants for Principal Accounts Officer require a minimum of 16 years of education in Finance, Accounts, or Commerce with professional qualifications (ACCA/CA/CFA/ACMA/CPA) and 7 years of post-qualification experience.
- Education: Minimum 16 years education in Finance, Accounts, Commerce, ACCA/CA/CA Finalist/CFA/ACMA/CPA. MSc or Higher Studies will be preferred.
- Experience: 7 years of Post Qualification Experience. Experience in Senior/Management Position of Mega Project or Leading Renowned Organization Will be Preferred.
Age limit for Principal Accounts Officer by date of birth
You must be born on or after 26 November 1980.
Counted on the closing date, 25 November 2026, in completed years (Up to 45 years). Some candidates get extra years of relaxation: see who qualifies.
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How to Apply for Principal Accounts Officer
To apply for the Principal Accounts Officer position at Capital Development Authority, follow the application method given in the official advertisement. Applications close on Nov 25, 2026. The advertisement states an application fee of 5000 PKR per post.
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- Master, MSc, ACCA, CA, ACMA, Bachelor
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- 5 Years+
- Age
- Up to 45 years
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- Male & Female
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