Senior Accountant- Site

Role Purpose

The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing the company’s financial records, ensuring accuracy in accounting transactions, preparing financial statements, and supporting project cost control. This role plays a key part in ensuring compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and relevant regulations, with a focus on the construction industry’s specific financial processes.

Key Accountabilities

1. Financial Accounting & Reporting

Prepare, review, and maintain accurate general ledger entries.
Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
Prepare timely and accurate financial statements in compliance with IFRS/GAAP and company policies.
Ensure proper allocation of project revenues and expenses.

2. Cost Control & Project Accounting

Monitor project budgets, costs, and progress in coordination with the Project Controls team.
Verify and track subcontractor invoices, retention amounts, and progress billings.
Reconcile project accounts and ensure cost allocations align with contracts and agreements.

3. Accounts Payable & Receivable

Review and approve vendor and subcontractor payments.
Follow up on client receivables and ensure timely collection.
Monitor advances, retentions, and progress payments.

4. Compliance & Audit

Ensure adherence to tax regulations, VAT compliance, and other statutory requirements.
Coordinate with internal and external auditors, providing necessary documentation.
Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.

5. Treasury & Cash Flow Management

Prepare cash flow forecasts based on project requirements.
Monitor bank transactions, reconciliations, and fund availability.

6. Process Improvement & Support

Recommend improvements to accounting systems, procedures, and reporting tools.
Support junior accountants by providing guidance, training, and supervision.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification preferred).
• Minimum 6–8 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, cost control, and project accounting.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics).
• Advanced MS Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.