Project Accountant at Owens and Xley

Owens and Xley is a Small Business Advisory and Consulting Company in Lagos, Nigeria. Our services include of Small Business Startup and Set up, Business Plan preparation, Business Process Design and Business Strategy Formulation. We know the role good planning plays in any business and its associated costs; and the initial capital challenges faced by a small business which is why we have developed solutions which ensure that small business owners have access to technical skills but at a fraction of the cost.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Accountant

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Construction

Job Summary

• We are looking for a highly capable project accountant to provide our project team with accounting support.
• As a Project Accountant, you will be required to report to the accounting Supervisor and manage all project bills and invoices.
• Your duties will also include reviewing budgets and preparing financial reports.
• To be successful as a project accountant, you should possess extensive experience in accounting and the ability to provide project managers with accurate financial information. Top-Notch project accountants ensure consistent billing and prepare reliable financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor or other project managers as required.
• Reviewing budgets, including staffing, work plans, and fee structures.
• Providing project managers and clients with timely financial reports and budgets, as well as project forecasts.
• Preparing pre-billing reports for project managers to review.
• Preparing actual costs, working capital, and tax reports.
• Monitoring receivable income and supporting project managers with collections.
• Issuing invoices and purchase orders, as well as paying consultant, subcontractor, vendor, and supplier bills.
• Ensuring a steady cash flow by generating, auditing, and sending invoices in a timely manner.
• Updating contracts according to client requirements and reporting associated budget amendments.

Requirements
Qualifications:

• B.Sc in a Business related field.
• Master’s Degree in Accounting, Banking & Finance, Economics, Business-related disciplines.

Professional Certifications:

• ICAN
• Professional membership in relevant industry association is required.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years as a Project Accountant in Construction Firm

Salary
N250,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
25th April, 2022.