Project Cost Accountant

• Ensure accurate revenue recognition in line with project milestones, contractual terms, and IFRS/IAS standards.
• Track billing schedules, customer invoicing, and project change orders to align recognised revenue with delivery progress.
• Maintain detailed project-level financial reports and cost ledgers.
• Monitor and analyse actual project costs against budgets, investigating and explaining material variances.
• Ensure procurement data is correctly matched to project cost centers.
• Review and report monthly gross margins per project, highlighting risks and corrective actions.
• Provide forward-looking gross profit forecasts with scenario modelling on cost or delivery risks.
• Act as a financial partner to project managers, challenging assumptions and providing actionable insights.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure cost allocations are accurate and timely.
• Track key project KPIs including cost-to-complete, gross profit %, cash flow, and WIP.
• Prepare accurate month-end reports and dashboards for finance and executive stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and audit requirements.
• Support project audits and board-level reporting through complete and accurate financial documentation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent (essential).
• Professional designantion such as CIMA or equivalent (advantageous).
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in power generation technologies, preferably Solar PV.
• Experience in project finance, accountancy, and consolidation; knowledge of company and tax laws is advantageous.
• Previous experience working within or alongside Independent Power Producers is preferred.
• Strong financial analysis and variance investigation skills.
• Advanced Excel and/or data reporting tools (Power BI, pivot tables, dashboards).
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle (advantageous).
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to challenge assumptions constructively and drive accountability for financial outcomes.
• High ethical standards, proactive approach, and ability to thrive in fast-paced, project-driven environments.

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