Site Accountant
Job Summary We are looking for an experienced Site Accountant to manage the day-to-day accounting activities of construction projects, ensuring accurate financial records, proper cost control, and compliance with company policies.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage daily accounting transactions at the project site.
- Control and reconcile site petty cash and employee/project advances.
- Review supplier, subcontractor, and service invoices and supporting documents.
- Follow up on subcontractor accounts, payments, and financial claims.
- Monitor project expenses and support project cost control.
- Prepare regular site financial reports and expense summaries.
- Coordinate with the project team and Head Office Finance Department.
- Review site payroll, labor payments, and timesheets when required.
- Ensure all financial transactions are properly documented and recorded.
- Assist with monthly closing and account reconciliations.
- Maintain organized financial records for audit purposes.
- Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and procedures.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce.
- 5–7 years of relevant accounting experience, must be in construction/contracting.
- Strong knowledge of site accounting and project cost control.
- Experience with suppliers, subcontractors, petty cash, advances, and invoices.
- Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
- Strong Excel skills.
- Experience with ERP/accounting systems is preferred.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work effectively in a construction site environment.