Accountant – Construction – Remote

Job Description

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Key Accountabilities:

The Responsibilities of Construction Accountant are:

• Develop and manage construction budgets in collaboration with project managers and respective stakeholders.
• Monitor budgetary allocations and ensure adherence to financial guidelines.
• To oversee the construction Accounts Payable process, including the accurate and timely processing of invoices.
• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to resolve billing discrepancies and ensure smooth payment processing.
• Facilitate the construction loan draw process, ensuring compliance with project milestones and financial requisites.
• Coordinate with financial institutions to provide necessary documentation for loan disbursements.
• Manage the preparation and collection of lien waivers and releases from contractors and subcontractors.
• Ensure that all necessary documentation is in place to protect the project from potential legal encumbrances.
• Perform ongoing accounting duties, including the preparation of invoices, expense tracking, and cash flow estimation.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure accurate financial reporting at various project stages.
• Maintain comprehensive records of all project-related finances for both internal and external auditing purposes.
• Prepare and organize financial documentation to ensure compliance with tax regulations.
• Monitor project financials and promptly report any identified risks or budgetary discrepancies to management.
• Provide insightful analysis and recommendations for addressing financial challenges.

Essential Qualifications:

Education: Minimum Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance or related field. (Preferred ACCA/CA)

Professional Experience: Minimum 02 years of relevant experience in the Construction Industry (Building/Real Estate).

Behavioral Skills and Competencies:

The candidate must have the following qualities:

Required skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented and organized.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of construction cost accounting and related financial procedures.
• Familiarity with accounting software, such as QuickBooks and NetSuite.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word & Excel.
• Ability to multi-task and work within tight deadlines.

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