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Client Finance Accountant - Capital Projects

Job Description Summary

We are looking for a keen Accountancy professional to join one of our most prestigious client accounts overseeing the financial activity.
The role is required to support the PMO Team in managing all capital project related financial requirements of the contract and assist in providing a reporting function to the Client.
Responsible for the performance of AP, AR, cash and accrual management functions, general ledger accounting, and financial reporting to ensure delivery and compliance with the terms of our contract. Use established accounting principles to work under limited supervision and to consistently produce a high quality and accurate work product.

Job Description

Essential Job Duties:

• Perform full cycle accounting to include analysis of accounts or accounting transactions.   Prepare and assist with cash management, AP and AR, accruals, reconciliations, and other month end close activities.

• Prepare comprehensive financial reporting packages timely and accurately in accordance with internal controls and client requirements.

• Prioritize and maintain organization of a high-volume workload for multiple clients.

• Apply appropriate procedures for preparation of accounting records, research of transactions and reporting.

• Prepare and review fixed asset ledgers to ensure items are properly capitalized and depreciated based on owner requirements; calculate and record straight-line rent based on client preferences.

• Interact with and support Project and Programme Managers in the field; assist them with items such as purchase orders, invoice coding and processing, expected payments and cost tracking.

• Prepare intercompany agreements and invoices.

• Apply the financial policies and procedures of the company and bring inconsistencies and problems to the attention of management.

• Research, analyse and effectively communicate basic accounting issues and escalate appropriately.

• Effectively communicate and collaborate with clients and facility management in a timely manner.

• Comply and assist with internal and external audits by providing appropriate documentation and information as requested.

• Analyse and manage debtors and creditors.

• Perform other related duties as required or requested.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

• Degree in Finance or Accounting preferred

• Strong knowledge of Yardi and/or MRI software preferred;

• Strong MS Office Proficiency

• Financial reporting for multiple entities preferred

• Strong internal and external customer service, time management and organizational skills

• Results oriented with strong sense of urgency

• Experience in or demonstrated leadership and accountability skills

• Basic knowledge of commercial real estate preferred.

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