Project Accountant

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Accountant

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Job Responsibilities

• International Compliance & Reporting:Ensure all financial practices align strictly with international donor standards and IFRS, preparing comprehensive financial statements for management and stakeholders.
• Budget Management:Collate and manage the monthly project budget, track expenditures against project milestones, and conduct timely variance analysis.
• Financial Compilation & Quality Assurance:Rigorously compile, verify, and conduct quality checks on all project receipts, invoices, and expense reports to guarantee 100% audit readiness.
• Complex Financial Calculations:Calculate and prepare all project financials, with specific responsibility for the accurate preparation and processing of DEG call notices.
• Risk & Forex Management:Monitor currency exchange impacts and manage financial risks associated with cross-border project operations and procurement.

Required Qualifications & Competencies

• Academic Background: A Bachelor’s degree (BSc) or higher in Accounting.
• Relevant Experience: Proven track record in project accounting, particularly managing finances for large-scale international or donor-funded projects.
• Professional Certification: The candidate must be a Chartered Accountant with an active ICAN (Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria) certification.
• Technical & Software Skills: Deep understanding of IFRS and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) toolsfor financial data analysis, automation, and reporting.