Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Accountant with strong expertise in cost optimization and procurement to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will oversee financial aspects of projects, ensuring efficient budget management, project cost tracking and variance analysis, vendor cost control .
Key Responsibilities
Project Accounting:
* Manage and maintain accurate budgets and cost tracking for Projects.
* Prepare monthly project financial reports, including variance analysis against budgets. Coordinate with project managers, business and finance teams.
* Monitor project expenditures, ensuring compliance with company policies and project budgets.
* Lead the Project Budget and forecasts across entities.
* Prepare Project Dashboards Proactively. Provide financial insights and recommendations to improve project efficiency and cost savings on projects.
* Work on Project Module in Unit 4, test and help in rollout.
* Proactive in setting up new processes.
* Support audits and internal controls related to project accounting.
Cost Optimization
* Set up reporting and analysis as required and suggest improvements and cost control.
* Assist in approvals by checking budgets, liaise with FP&A team.
* Vendor costs analysis. Implement cost control measures.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
* Professional accounting certification (CPA, ACCA, CMA) preferred.
* Minimum 5 years of experience in project accounting.
* Strong understanding of cost optimization techniques and best practices.
* Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and MS Office suite, especially Excel.
* Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across teams.
Competencies
* Detail-oriented with strong numerical accuracy.
* Integrity and confidentiality in handling financial data.
* Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
* Time management and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
* Work collaboratively with all stakeholders to achieve goals.
* Influencing skills.