19/02/2024
đ Join the Meridian Group of Companies as a Cost Accountant! đ
Are you passionate about numbers, meticulous in your attention to detail, and ready to make a significant impact? Look no further! Weâre seeking a talented Cost Accountant to join our dynamic team in St, Johns, Antigua.
Role Overview:
As our Cost Accountant, youâll play a crucial role in ensuring the financial health of our organization. Your responsibilities will include:
1. Payroll Reporting & Processing: Accurate and timely processing of payroll transactions, ensuring our employees receive their hard-earned wages promptly.
2. Intercompany Transaction Clearing: Managing transactions between our various legal entities, ensuring seamless financial coordination.
3. Accounts Payable: Handling vendor bills, reconciling accounts, and maintaining strong relationships with our suppliers.
4. Accounts Receivable: Managing client invoicing, tracking payments, and ensuring timely collections.
5. Balance Sheet Reconciliations (Monthly): Keeping our financial records in check by reconciling balance sheet accounts and identifying any discrepancies.
6. Actuals Monthly Reporting for Projects: Providing insightful financial reports to support decision-making across our projects.
7. Procurement: Work closely with the procurement department to make informed and strategic decisions about purchasing goods and services by analyzing the costs associated with various suppliers and products to provide critical insights into savings.
8. Cash Flow: Analyzing bills received from vendors against Client invoices and estimating monthly cashflow.
9. Analyzing all transactions and incorporating unforeseen costs into the budget.
10. Keeping a record of all project finances for internal/external auditing and tax purposes.
11. Preparing cost analyses by interpreting projectsâ financial data and information.
12. Reporting any financial risks and budgetary discrepancies to management for review.
13. Researching market trends and projecting construction-related price increases or decreases.
14. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
15. Staying informed about both the construction industry and accounting practices.
Communication:
⢠Uses correct language; speaks clearly; listens
⢠Greets clients; is respectful; is courteous; has acceptable attitude
⢠Drafts emails and letters to clients, vendors and internal customers
⢠Expresses ideas and thoughts well verbally; exhibits good listening and comprehension
⢠Speaks politely and respectfully with all members of the organization
⢠Deals directly with coâworkers to resolve misunderstandings;
Qualifications:
⢠Bachelorâs degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
⢠Proficiency in QuickBooks
⢠Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
⢠Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Why Meridian Group of Companies?
⢠Collaborative Environment: Work alongside talented professionals who value teamwork and innovation.
⢠Growth Opportunities: We invest in your development and provide a clear path for career advancement.
⢠Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.
Ready to make your mark? Apply today by sending your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected]. Join us on our journey toward financial excellence!
