Accountant

Responsibilities:

• Manage and track financial performance across multiple telecom projects.
• Monitor project budgets, expenditures, invoices, and client payments.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and ensure accurate recording of transactions.
• Work closely with project teams to follow up on bids, contract documentation, and project-related financial submissions.
• Liaise with clients to track payment statuses and escalate delays as necessary.
• Prepare and submit management accounts, financial reports, and cash flow statements.
• Handle payroll processing, PAYE deductions, and statutory remittances in compliance with regulations.
• Manage audit and tax remittances.
• Support internal and external audit processes and ensure financial documentation is up to date.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a telecommunications, IT engineering, or project-based organization.
• Proven experience working as a project accountant, with a strong understanding of project costing and budget control.
• Solid knowledge of tax, audit, bank reconciliation, payroll administration, PAYE, and management reporting.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines under pressure.
• ICAN/ACCA certification (or in progress) is an added advantage.