Senior Project Accountant

Overview

• Develop project budgets in collaboration with project managers and leadership.
• Monitor project costs, commitments, and profitability on an ongoing basis.
• Perform project cost forecasting, variance analysis, and risk assessment.
• Set up and maintain project accounts in the accounting system.
• Ensure correct revenue recognition based on project milestones, completion percentages, or contracts (IFRS 15 if applicable).
• Prepare monthly and quarterly project financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyze project performance against budget, forecast, and prior periods.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve project financial outcomes.
• Support project audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Ensure projects comply with internal financial policies and external contractual requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation for all project-related financial transactions.
• Review and approve project-related invoices, purchase orders, and timesheets.
• Develop and implement financial plans to achieve finance department objectives.
• Monitor and report on team performance metrics, ensuring alignment with department and corporate goals.
• Supervise and support team members, ensuring they have the resources and guidance needed to succeed.
• Identify training needs and opportunities for professional development within the team.
• Plan, schedule, coach, and manage staff to promote efficiency in completing their job responsibilities.
• Liaise with the leadership team to improve financial processes.
• Work closely with project managers, procurement, and operations teams to align financial data with project progress.
• Assist in preparing project proposals and pricing strategies from a financial perspective.
• Follow governance policies and procedures within their roles.
• Collect and analyse data to prepare detailed reports on team performance and project status for senior management review.
• Engage in training to improve management and technical skills, supporting team performance and MHAO’s objectives.
• Coordinate change activities within teams, ensuring clear communication and seamless implementation.
• Protect the organization’s value by keeping information confidential.
• Perform any other tasks and duties assigned from time to time.