Construction Controller

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Job Summary: A leading construction company seeks an experienced Construction Controller with expertise in financial and accounting control within the construction industry to monitor budgets, manage costs, and ensure regulatory compliance. Key Highlights: 1. Opportunity for growth and professional development in the construction sector. 2. Key role in financial and budgetary control of construction projects. 3. Strategic support for decision-making regarding new projects. A prominent construction company requires a Construction Controller with experience in construction-related firms, with a minimum of 5 years in financial or accounting control (within construction, infrastructure, or engineering companies). **Construction Controller** **REQUIREMENTS** * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related fields. Preferred: Specialization in management control, corporate finance, or construction. * Project/construction-based management control. * Accounting standards. * ERP system proficiency (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar industry-specific systems). * Advanced Excel and BI tools (Power BI preferred). * Knowledge of cost structures and progress valuation. **RESPONSIBILITIES** * Budgetary control of construction projects: Monitor and analyze budgets versus physical progress. * Identify variances and propose corrective actions. * Financial and accounting closing: Coordinate monthly and annual closings. Supervise reconciliations, accruals, and accounting entries. * Project cost management: Track direct and indirect costs per project/construction. * Collaborate with construction teams on cost estimations and adjustments. * Reporting and KPIs: Prepare financial and management reports for senior leadership. Design and maintain project-specific KPIs: profitability, physical\-financial progress, cash flow. * Auditing and compliance: Ensure tax and regulatory compliance. Coordinate internal and external audits. * Decision-making support: Provide financial analysis for tenders, awards, and major procurement. Assess economic viability of new projects. **WE OFFER** * Statutory benefits * Career advancement * Salary commensurate with experience * Bi-weekly payment * Job stability and opportunities for professional development. **SKILLS** * Critical analysis and attention to detail. * Negotiation skills with technical departments (Construction, Procurement, Projects). * Time management and adherence to deadlines. * Strategic thinking with operational focus. * Ethics, confidentiality, and sound financial judgment. Employment type: Full-time Salary: Starting at $25,000\.00 per month Education: * Completed bachelor’s degree (preferred) Work location: On-site employment