Job Summary
The Accountant role is for a growing portfolio company. The role will be responsible for managing day-to-day financial transactions related to the Student Housing project. This includes maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing site-level cash management, supporting budgeting and forecasting, preparing periodic financial reports, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal financial policies.
Job Details
Maintain and update accurate records of all project financial transactions, including purchases, payments, site expenses, and receivables.
Monitor project budgets and expenditures, ensuring costs are within approved budgets and highlighting variances.
Oversee and reconcile site cash advances, petty cash, and ensure timely retirement and documentation by site personnel.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports on project performance.
Support vendor and contractor payments by verifying invoices, processing payments, and maintaining proper documentation.
Assist in preparing project cash flow forecasts and funding requests.
Liaise with external auditors, banks, tax authorities, and other regulatory bodies as required.
Ensure compliance with financial, tax, and regulatory requirements.
Contribute to the development and implementation of financial controls, policies, and procedures across all project locations.
Periodically visit project sites to support finance processes, verify assets and stocks, and train site personnel on financial documentation where required.
Requirements
Minimum of a first degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or any related discipline (not lower than a 2:1)
Proficiency in Specialized Accounting and ERP software
Minimum of 4 - 5 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
Experience in statutory financial reporting and knowledge of GAAP and IFRS
Membership of a relevant Professional body (Local or International) e.g., the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Association of Certified and Chartered Accountants (ACCA) or its equivalent.