Chief Accountant

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Chief Accountant with strong experience in the construction sector to join our client's team. He/she will be responsible for overseeing all financial functions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting strategic decision-making.

Core Responsibilities:

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts
  payable/receivable, payroll, and cash management.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards.
• Monitor project cost allocation, revenue recognition, and work-in-progress (WIP)
  schedules.
• Ensure timely submission of financial reports to senior management and external
  stakeholders.
• Asist the Finance Manager of the Branch in the preparation of annual budgets and
  project-specific cost estimates.
• Track budget variances and provide analysis to project managers and executives.
• Implement cost-control procedures to improve profitability and financial
  efficiency.
• Oversee contract accounting, including progress billing, retention, and variations.
• Ensure compliance with local tax laws, financial regulations, and industry specific rules for construction companies.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring strong internal controls.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory changes.
• Assist the Finance Manager in the daily cash-flow needs and ensure adequate liquidity for ongoing projects.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team, ensuring high-quality financial practices.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of construction accounting, project costing, and WIP management.
• Expertise in local tax regulations, VAT, and financial reporting standards (IFRS).
• Knowledge of SAP is an advance.
• Strong leadership skills with proven experience in team management.
• High level of accuracy, discretion, and professional integrity.
• Effective communication and ability to work cross-functionally with operational teams.