Chief Accountant

Role Overview

This position calls for a seasoned accounting professional who can oversee financial reporting, bank reconciliations, and periodic audit activity. The role also requires excellent people skills and a solid understanding of business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day accounting work for operations and maintenance projects.
• Draft monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial statements along with management reports.
• Track project spending, budgets, and expenses to maintain financial discipline.
• Examine and authorize journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger postings.
• Handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and fixed asset accounting.
• Maintain adherence to internal policies, accounting standards, tax laws, and statutory obligations.
• Work closely with project managers to assess project profitability and financial results.
• Build cash flow projections and keep an eye on working capital needs.
• Assist internal and external audit processes by preparing and sharing the required records.
• Strengthen accounting workflows and internal financial control systems.
• Review financial information and suggest ways to improve efficiency and control costs.
• Lead and support the accounting team, encouraging strong performance and growth.

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a similar discipline is required. Professional credentials such as SOCPA, CPA, ACCA, or CMA are an advantage. Candidates should bring at least 8 years of accounting experience, including a minimum of 5 years in a supervisory or management position. Background in Operations & Maintenance, facilities management, or contracting businesses is especially desirable.

Skills and Competencies

• Solid grasp of IFRS and core accounting principles
• Strong financial reporting and statement preparation ability
• Budgeting, cost monitoring, and variance analysis
• ERP system experience, including Oracle or Microsoft Dynamics
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Leadership and team supervision
• Clear communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• High accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to perform well under pressure and meet deadlines