Road Construction Chief Accounting

The Chief Accountant will lead the accounting department of JL GROUP and oversee all financial activities, focusing on project costing, construction budgets, and financial reporting. A key requirement for this role is a strong working knowledge of BEE Accounting System, which JL GROUP uses for all financial and project-related transactions.

• Manage daily accounting operations (GL, AP, AR, payroll, tax)
• Prepare and monitor budgets for construction and infrastructure projects
• Track project costs, material usage, subcontractor payments, and job profitability
• Process progress billings, retention payments, and manage payment schedules

• Use BEE Accounting System to:

• Enter and reconcile transactions

• Generate financial reports
• Track project expenses and revenue
• Maintain job costing accuracy
• Ensure compliance with tax laws, financial regulations, and audit requirements
• Liaise with external banks, and government agencies
• Coordinate with engineers and project teams for aligned reporting
• Manage depreciation, fixed asset records, and financial forecasting
• Supervise junior accountants and oversee monthly closing activities

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5–7 years of accounting experience (construction industry preferred)
• Strong knowledge of construction cost accounting, job costing, and project finance
• Mandatory: Proficiency in BEE Accounting System
• Familiarity with financial reporting standards and tax laws
• High level of accuracy, responsibility, and integrity
• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Experience in road/highway construction, infrastructure, or real estate development
• Understanding of local tax compliance and industry-specific financial controls
• Knowledge of GAAP or IFRS