Accountant

The ideal candidate will be involved with preparing financial reports and statements, bank reconciliations, and conducting cyclical audits. Moreover, the candidate must have strong interpersonal skills and possess a strong business acumen.

Responsibilities
• Collaborating with the project manager to develop a detailed, cost-effective budget for the project.
• Performing accounting duties throughout the project, such as preparing invoices, estimating cash flow, and signing off on purchase orders.
• Calculating net salaries, deductions, and withholdings.
• Updating payroll files and general ledger.
• Resolving payroll issues (e.g. late payments)
• Analyzing all transactions and working unforeseen costs into the budget.
• Keeping a record of all project finances for internal/external auditing and tax purposes.
• Preparing cost analyses by interpreting projects' financial data and information.
• Reporting any financial risks and budgetary discrepancies to management for review.
• Researching market trends and projecting construction-related price increases/decreases.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Keeping abreast with both the construction and accounting industry.

Qualifications
• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• A certification in construction accounting is preferred.
• A minimum of 3 year's experience in private or public accounting.
• Excellent knowledge of construction cost accounting and related financial procedures.
• Familiarity with accounting software, such as Tally, Microsoft Excel.
• Working knowledge of the construction industry.
• Solid analytical and mathematical skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment