Project Accountant

Key Responsibilities: Financial Management & Reporting Maintain comprehensive accounting records via ERP system Extract journals, post to the general ledger, and submit accurate trial balances and management accounts by the 5th of every month Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and weekly cash flow updates Lead the preparation of the project's annual budget and support departmental heads with budgetary controls. Ensure full statutory compliance, including accurate payroll processing and all statutory deductions Manage donor funds meticulously, ensuring reports strictly align with donor specifications Complete all annual audit schedules by January 15th of each year Supervision & Internal Controls Supervise the Accounts Assistant, Cashiers, and Stores staff Conduct impromptu cash counts and check stock cards regularly Oversee daily and intact banking of all project collections Formally verify all received goods and sign Goods Received Notes (GRNs) Coordinate quarterly physical stock-taking, generate variance reports, and ensure optimal stock levels Maintain, tag, and insure all items on the project's Fixed Assets Register, conducting physical verification annually Ensure data safety via daily backups and bi-weekly offsite safe deposits Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Commerce (Accounting/Finance option), Business Administration, or a related field Fully qualified CPA (K) or equivalent professional a