Accountant | Senior Assistant Accountant

Accounting / Auditing / Finance

About the Employer

Job Description

ACCOUNTANT / SENIOR ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT

We are a 35 year old, successful real-estate development company with multiple projects in our portfolio. Some of our projects include The Little England Cottages, Nuwara Eliya and The De Saram Residencies luxury apartment complex, Mount Lavinia.

We are currently seeking highly organized and detail-oriented individuals to join our team to be based in Mount Lavinia.

JOB PROFILE

Financial Management:

  • Prepare and reconcile daily, weekly and monthly reports and statements.
  • Maintain all financial records including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
  • Prepare and manage billings.
  • Maintain and track all costs related to construction projects.
  • Review and approve vendor invoices and subcontractor bills.
  • Review contractors' bills for accuracy and completeness and approve payment requests.
  • Review invoices, requisitions and purchase orders.
  • Review, approve and process payroll & expense reports.
  • Audit all accounts against contractual terms, budgets and time schedules.
  • Liaise with Auditors for auditing accounts and filing tax returns.
  • Liaise with other stakeholders such as Banks, government authorities.

Project Control & Administration:

  • Review project bids and estimates to ensure accurate price quotes and project scheduling.
  • Control inventory, purchasing and disposal of supplies.
  • Maintain files on general ledger and assets.
  • Maintain files on contracts, warranties and insurance policies.
  • Prepare reports as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration with concentration in accounting.
  • ICASL / CIMA / ACCA qualification (or partially completed).
  • Over 5 years of experience in the field of accounting and finance (Should possess at least 2+ years of experience in construction or hospitality sector in a similar capacity).
  • Possess good knowledge of construction accounting, including cost controls, job costing and profit and loss accounting.
  • A thorough knowledge in MS Office and Quick Books.
  • Excellent command of written and spoken English.
  • Tax planning and tax compliance experience.
  • Ability to understand complex billing and job costing concepts.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Accounting basics and principles.

Please email OR whatsapp your CV to us with a picture attached and names of two non-related referees.

Subject: "Position"_"Full Name" eg:- Accountant_Saman Kumara.

Email : [email protected]

Whatsapp : +94 77 372 7372

Salary Negotiable for the right candidates