Project Accountant

Job Summary

Applications are invited from qualified persons for the above vacant position.

Minimum Qualification:Bachelor
Experience Level:Mid level
Experience Length:2 years
Job Description

Qualifications
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience will be an added advantage;
• Bachelor’s degree in job related area or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Relevant Professional qualifications;
• Proficiency in project accounting;

Responsibilities
• Create project accounts in the accounting system
• Maintain project-related records, including contracts and change orders
• Authorize access to project accounts
• Authorize the transfer of expenses into and out of project-related accounts
• Review and approve supplier invoices related to a project
• Review and approve time sheets for work related to a project
• Review and approve overhead charges to be applied to a project
• Review account totals related to project assets and expenses
• Investigate project variances and submit variance reports
• Confer with receivables staff regarding unpaid contract billings
• Report on project profitability
• Report on any opportunities for additional billings
• Report regarding the remaining funding available for projects
• Create or approve all project-related billings to customers
• Investigate all project expenses not billed to customers
• Respond to requests for more detail from customers
• Approve the write-off of any project-related billings that cannot be billed to or collected from customers
• Close out project accounts upon project completion
• Create and submit government reports and tax returns related to projects
• Compile information for internal and external auditors, as required

How to Apply
All applications should include the job title, job ref on the subject line of the application email and must be accompanied with a detailed curriculum vitae
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to appear for interviews at an appropriate date and time in compliance with guidelines