Site Accountant

Job Summary

• The Site Accountant will be responsible for managing day-to-day financial and accounting activities at project sites.
• The role ensures proper cost tracking, budget control, accurate financial reporting, and compliance with company policies across construction operations.

Key Responsibilities
Site Accounting & Financial Control:

• Maintain proper records of site expenses, petty cash, and imprest accounts
• Track daily site costs including materials, labor, logistics, and vendors
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly site financial reports
• Reconcile site expenses with head office accounts.

Payments & Documentation:

• Process and track payments to suppliers, vendors, and site workers
• Ensure proper documentation for all financial transactions (invoices, waybills, receipts)
• Verify quantities and costs of materials received on-site.

Budget & Cost Management:

• Monitor site budgets and flag cost overruns or irregularities
• Assist in cost analysis and cost-saving recommendations
• Support site management in financial planning and control.

Compliance & Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company financial procedures
• Support internal and external audits when required
• Prepare reports for management review and decision-making.

Requirements & Qualifications
Education:

• OND / HND / BSc in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.

Experience:

• 23 years' experience as a Site Accountant or Accounts Officer in a construction environment
• Hands-on experience working on active project sites is mandatory
• Skills & Competencies:
• Strong understanding of site accounting and construction cost structures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic accounting tools
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Ability to work independently on-site
• Strong reporting, documentation, and communication skills.

Personal Attributes:

• High integrity and accountability
• Willingness to work on-site and across multiple project locations
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proactive and detail-oriented.