Jobs at Emerge Egress Consulting

Role Objective:

• Our client is an Engineering firm is seeking an experienced accounts officer. You will contribute to the financial activities ultimately displaying accurate financial recording, computation and reporting.

Core Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Prepare and analyze financial statements specific to construction projects and for the organization, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements etc
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards. 
• Implement and maintain cost accounting systems to accurately track project costs, including materials, labor, and overhead expenses. 
• Preparation of project budgets and forecasts, collaborating with project managers and stakeholders and Monitor budget performance.
• Track and analyze monthly expenses against the budget.
• Support tax compliance activities, including preparing tax returns and ensuring timely tax payment for relevant departments.
• General accounting and ledger maintenance: Review financial transactions and ensure accuracy and completeness of ledger entries.
• Oversee inventory management for the organization.
• Ensure timely preparation of monthly balance sheet and other financial reports.
• Resolve discrepancies arising from reconciliations accurately and promptly.
• Identify cost saving opportunities and recommend action to improve financial efficiency.
• Monitor cost trends and variances and provide detailed reports to management.
• Perform bank and cash reconciliation.
• Ensure all controlled accounts are reconciled on monthly basis to avoid any errors. 
• Manage project accounting activities, including revenue recognition, billing, and contract management. 
• Conduct financial analysis to evaluate project profitability, cash flow projections, and return on investment. 
• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards, relevant tax regulations. 
• Identify and mitigate financial risks associated with construction projects, implementing controls and procedures as necessary.
• Performing accounting duties throughout the project, such as preparing invoices, estimating cash flow, and signing off on purchase orders.
• Preparing cost analyses by interpreting projects’ financial data and information.
• Reporting any financial risks and budgetary discrepancies to management for review.
• Maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers. 
• Keeping abreast with both the construction and accounting industry.
• Undertake banking duties as required.
• Preparation of payroll and preparation of casuals pay as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications and Qualifications:

• CPA Intermediate Level
• At least 1 years experience.
• Proficiency in an accounting software and ERP Systems and Microsoft office suite

Key Competencies

• Solid analytical and mathematical skills.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, including job costing and revenue recognition.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and trends.
• High level and commitment to accuracy and compliance. 
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

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Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring and analyzing cost control accounts and preparing reports for senior management.
• Review daily cost reports and investigate discrepancies or variances.
• Collaborate with department heads to understand and control costs within their respective areas.
• Assist in conducting regular inventory audits and reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory levels and transactions.
• Monitor purchasing activities and ensure adherence to purchasing policies and procedures.
• Assist in preparing forecasts and budgets related to costs and expenses.
• Provide support during internal and external audits.
• Assist in developing and implementing cost-saving initiatives and procedures.
• Establish and administer sound food and beverage cost control systems and procedures consistent with high standards of quality and service
• Prepare the costing for recipes and menus prepared by the Executive Chef and suggest the selling price
• Provide costing, control, administration support in regard to food and beverage cost to F&B Department, supervise inventory control.
• Form analysis and prepare reports to keep all levels of management informed of day-to-day food and beverage costs, problems and opportunities and to provide necessary information for accounting entries.
• Prepare daily flash report of food costs and verify daily outlet void control sheets.
• Prepare P&L statement of major banqueting events and prepare banquet revenue breakdown summaries
• Randomly test the inventory of outlets by reconciling the opening stock with the closing stock, taking account of store issues and sales’
• Establish and maintain local policies as they relate to the receipt issuance and general controls of all hotel inventories, consumables, and various supplies.
• Establish and maintain a database for all kind of hotel inventory stocks including up-to-date pricing.
• Ensure proper storage and issuance of all hotel items, especially food and beverage ones.
• Establish and maintain a cost allocation transfer system for various hotel supplies to the various departments.
• Prepare and all operational costs on a monthly basis and recommend alternatives to improve costs.
• Verify, extend and tabulate inventories and prepare monthly inventory adjustments journal entry.
• Maintain a close working relationship with the in-charge personnel and make them aware of any potential problems or opportunities to improve the controls in their areas.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in cost control and financial management.

Job Specifications and Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, procurement or CPA Intermediate
• 3 years experience in a similar role, preferably in a hotel environment.
• Sound knowledge in accounting software
• Ms Excel Proficiency

Key Competencies

• Outstanding communication skills
• Customer-oriented approach
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong Collaboration Skills
• Knowledge of Food Safety.
• Knowledge of cost control principles and practices.
• Adaptability and Flexibility skills