Account Officer

Responsibilities

Document and Report on all financial transactions of the company.

Effectively manage Company’s cash flow and recommend financial actions by analyzing accounting options.

Analyze/summarize financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement and other key management reports.

Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements.

Accounts Payable: Assist in processing vendor invoices, matching them with purchase orders and receiving documents.

Accounts Receivable: Support in invoicing clients for services rendered. Assist in monitoring accounts receivable balances and following up on overdue payments.

General Ledger Entries: Assist in recording daily financial transactions in the general ledger, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.

Financial Reporting Assistance: Support in preparing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Assist in analyzing financial data and preparing variance analysis reports.

Compliance and Audit Support: Assist in ensuring compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements. Support in providing documentation and information for internal and external audits.

Taxation Support: Aid in gathering information and preparing documentation for tax filings and corporate income tax returns.

Develop, monitor, and manage project budgets, ensuring alignment with corporate financial goals and accurate forecasting of costs and revenues.

Track project expenditures, ensuring they are within the approved budget and that any variances are identified and investigated. Implement cost-control measures to optimize project efficiency.

Track and report on capital expenditures associated with projects, ensuring that CAPEX is within approved limits and accurately reflected in financial statements

Prepare monthly financial report to Management.

Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive company financial information with discretion.

Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Statistics or a related field.

Possession of a relevant professional certification – ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent is an added advantage.

Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in project accounting, financial planning, budgeting, preferably in an architectural or construction company.

Strong understanding of financial principles, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and cost control.

Experience with joint venture accounting, cost recovery, and financial management in the Architectural design and construction industry.

Knowledge of accounting standards. – GAAP, IFRS, etc.

Industries:Architecture & Planning

Function: Accounting and Finance