Minimum 10 years in accounting or finance, preferably in a construction or project-based company. Please refer to the job advert for further information.
Accountant
Position Overview
The Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing project accounts, and producing timely financial reports across all company operations. The ideal candidate will bring significant hands-on experience in a construction or project-driven environment and strong command of QuickBooks.
Key Requirements
- Work Location: Sri Lanka (site and office based)
- Experience: Minimum 10 years in accounting or finance, preferably in a construction or project-based company
- Education: Degree or professional qualification in Accounting or Finance (CIMA / ACCA / CA part-qualification or equivalent considered)
- Software: Demonstrated expertise in QuickBooks; proficient in MS Excel and MS Office Suite
- Language: Fluent in English (written and spoken)
Responsibilities
- Maintain complete and accurate books of accounts in QuickBooks for all company and project transactions
- Process and reconcile accounts payable and receivable, including supplier invoices, fuel payables, and subcontractor claims
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management accounts
- Conduct timely bank reconciliations and resolve identified discrepancies
- Manage petty cash, payroll processing, and all statutory payment obligations
- Prepare project cost reports and assist in budget variance analyses for management review
- Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, and BOI-related financial compliance functions
- Maintain organised financial records and support procurement reconciliation processes
Key Competencies
- High degree of accuracy and meticulous attention to detail
- Strong practical command of QuickBooks and advanced Excel functions
- Ability to manage multiple project accounts concurrently and meet reporting deadlines
- Integrity and discretion in the handling of confidential financial information
- Clear communication skills for effective cross-departmental coordination
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