Accountant

Job Description

Company Introduction

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare and submit monthly management accounts for designated companies;
• Accurately compile and file VAT returns within required deadlines;
• Ensure adherence to statutory obligations and internal financial policies;
• Assess and enhance existing internal control procedures, updating processes as needed;
• Establish and manage systems for monitoring company costs, including standard costing, job/project costing, and financial feasibility studies for tenders or other transactions;
• Coordinate and oversee the budgeting process for assigned companies in collaboration with the line manager;
• Monitor and manage cash flow, prepare forecasts, and ensure alignment with organizational goals;
• Calculate and process monthly work-in-progress (WIP), ensuring accuracy and relevance to ongoing projects;
• Produce ad hoc financial reports and analyses based on management requests;
• Offer actionable insights and recommendations to enhance financial performance and operational effectiveness;
• Lead and support the accounts team, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and objectives are achieved.

Experience

• Possess an ACCA qualification or be in the final stages, or hold a University degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel;
• Strong knowledge of VAT regulations, compliance requirements, and other statutory reporting obligations;
• Experience in project costing methodologies, standard cost preparation, and financial feasibility assessments;
• Familiarity with accounting software and ERP systems. Experience with tools such as SAGE, ACCESS Dimensions, or similar is an advantage;
• Prior experience in a project-based company is considered an asset;
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, project costing, and budgeting processes.

Personal Skills

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on actionable insights;
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, streamlining processes for accuracy;
• Strong time-management and multitasking abilities to meet deadlines effectively;
• Proven leadership and mentoring skills, fostering collaboration and alignment with goals;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for building cross-functional relationships;
• Adaptable, proactive, and confident in decision-making within dynamic environments;
• Professional, self-motivated, and committed to continuous improvement.