Accountant

Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (profit and loss, balance sheets, cash flow).
• Generate project-specific financial reports, tracking costs, revenue, and profitability.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare financial forecasts and projections to support business planning.
• Analyze project profitability.

Project Accounting & Cost Management:

• Monitor budgets, providing financial insights for project cost estimations and company expenditures.
• Analyze project cost variances and provide recommendations for cost control.
• Manage and reconcile project-related expenses (materials, labor, subcontractors).
• Track change orders and their financial impact.
• Work closely with project manager, and other team members to ensure accurate financial tracking of projects.
• Provide financial guidance and support to project teams.

Accounting Operations & Compliance:

• Manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely invoicing and payments.
• Process invoices and payments to vendors and subcontractors.
• Reconcile bank statements and financial discrepancies.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger records.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and internal controls.
• Prepare and submit tax returns and other regulatory filings.
• Assist with audits

Payroll:

• Process payroll, including calculating wages, deductions, and taxes.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with payroll regulations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• ICAN or ACCA certification is required.
• Experience with inventory control
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Accountant.
• Strong understanding of project costing, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Sage) and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and tax regulations.
• Knowledge of contract administration.
• Experience in project-based accounting and cost management.

Additional skills:

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.