Senior Projects Accountant / Construction Accountant, Finance at Accurex Leadership and Management Consultants Ltd in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Senior Projects Accountant / Construction Accountant, Finance

    Accurex Leadership and Management Consultants LtdNairobi, Kenya

    Posted

    1 week ago

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    22 Oct

    Full Time
    On Site
    Senior
    Consulting & Professional Services
    Accounting, Auditing & Finance

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    Job Description

    The Senior Projects Accountant / Construction Accountant is responsible for managing the financial aspects of construction projects, ensuring accurate cost tracking, budgeting, and compliance with accounting standards. The role requires strong analytical skills, financial reporting expertise, and the ability to provide insights that support project execution and strategic decision-making.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Oversee project budgets, forecasts, and cost tracking.
    • Prepare financial reports and ensure compliance with IFRS and tax regulations.
    • Monitor project expenditures and reconcile accounts.
    • Support audits and implement internal controls.
    • Liaise with project managers, contractors, and suppliers on financial matters.
    • Provide financial insights to management for decision-making.
    • Prepare dashboards, variance analyses, and project summaries.
    • Ensure adherence to company policies and statutory requirements.
    • Support structured financial governance processes.
    • Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
    • CPAK, ACCA, or CFA certification.
    • Minimum 7+ years' experience in project accounting, preferably in construction.
    • Construction project finance and cost control.
    • Financial reporting and compliance.
    • ERP/accounting software SAP, Oracle, or similar.
    • Advanced Excel and financial modeling.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • High attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
    • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Accounting, Auditing & Finance

    Minimum Experience

    7 years

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Business

    Field of Study

    Accounting

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Visit the application link provided on this page to submit your application.

    Show Your Construction Finance Chops

    This role sits at the intersection of construction operations and strict financial control. Hiring managers will be looking for proof you can keep project costs on a leash while producing reports that actually guide decisions.

    1. Quantify your project portfolio: On your CV, list the construction projects you've handled, their budgets, and your specific role in cost control. Numbers like 'managed budgets up to KES 500M' or 'reduced cost overruns by 15%' speak louder than generic phrases.

    2. Master the tools they named: SAP and Oracle are non-negotiable. If you've used them, highlight it. If not, take a quick online course to get familiar, and be honest about your level. Advanced Excel is a must—brush up on pivot tables, complex formulas, and financial modeling.

    3. Prepare for IFRS and tax questions: Expect technical questions on IFRS 15 (revenue from contracts) and Kenyan tax regulations. Review the latest standards and how they apply to construction contracts.

    4. Show your stakeholder game: You'll liaise with project managers, contractors, and suppliers. Prepare examples of how you've communicated financial constraints to non-finance people and kept everyone aligned.

    5. Bring a dashboard sample: If you've built a project cost dashboard, bring a sample or a screenshot. It shows you can turn raw data into insights—a key part of this role.

    6. Expect scenario questions: Be ready for 'what would you do if a project is over budget?' Walk through your process: analyze the variance, talk to the PM, identify the cause, and propose corrective actions.

    7. Highlight your audit experience: You'll support audits and implement internal controls. Mention any past audit support, internal control improvements, or compliance work.

    8. Show you can manage multiple projects: Give examples of how you've juggled several projects at once—how you prioritized, tracked deadlines, and kept reporting accurate under pressure.

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    Tags

    project accounting
    construction
    IFRS
    CPAK
    ACCA