Accountant

Job Description

Company Introduction

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare and submit monthly management accounts for designated companies, ensuring accuracy and timeliness;
• Compile and submit VAT returns in line with statutory deadlines and regulatory requirements;
• Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable financial regulations and internal accounting policies;
• Review, strengthen, and update internal control procedures, revising processes where improvements are required;
• Develop and maintain cost-monitoring systems, including standard costing, project/job costing, and financial feasibility assessments for tenders and transactions;
• Support and lead the budgeting process for assigned entities under the direction of the line manager;
• Monitor and manage cash flow, prepare forecasts, and ensure financial planning aligns with business objectives;
• Calculate and process monthly work-in-progress (WIP) figures, ensuring consistency with project progress and financial records;
• Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and management reports as required;
• Provide financial insights and practical recommendations to enhance performance and operational efficiency;
• Supervise and support the accounts team, ensuring deliverables are completed accurately, efficiently, and within agreed timelines.

Experience

• ACCA qualified or in the final stages of qualification, or in possession of a University degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field;
• Previous experience within a project-based environment will be considered an asset;
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial management processes, including preparation of management accounts, budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting;
• Sound understanding of cost accounting, job/project costing methodologies, standard cost preparation, and financial feasibility analysis;
• Good working knowledge of VAT regulations and statutory compliance requirements;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel for reporting and financial analysis;
• Experience using accounting software or ERP systems; familiarity with tools such as SAGE, ACCESS Dimensions, or similar is considered an advantage;
• Understanding of financial risk considerations within project-based operations, including WIP monitoring and cash flow management.

Personal Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to interpret financial data and provide practical recommendations;
• Highly organised with effective time-management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines;
• Detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy and reliability of financial records and reports;
• Ability to identify process inefficiencies and implement structured improvements;
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities, fostering collaboration and accountability;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders;
• Professional, diplomatic, and confident when interacting with internal and external parties;
• Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable within a dynamic and evolving business environment;
• High level of integrity and commitment to professional standards.