project AccountantMcConnell Dowell Philippines Inc.

McConnell Dowell is a capable EPC contractor who has been active in South East Asia since 1971 and has a long history of successful project delivery in Philippines. We are now inviting qualified candidates to apply for the position of Project Accountant for our major LNG facility project in Batangas city.
About the Business
McConnell Dowell is a major engineering, construction, building and maintenance contractor delivering infrastructure to the building, mining, oil and gas, petrochemical, power, social & public infrastructure, transport and water sectors.
The Group, which operates under the brands of McConnell Dowell and Built Environs, offers a broad construction capability with complete multi-discipline capability in building, civil, fabrication, electrical, maintenance and mechanical works with specialist engineering capabilities in pipeline, tunnelling, marine and rail construction.
Working at the forefront of the industry, we provide our people with a stimulating environment that challenges them to think laterally and excel beyond even their own expectations. We equip, inspire and empower our people to be their very best, to learn through experience, and to help us reach the highest standards in all areas of the business. We make sure all our people are made for the job.
About the Role
• Ensure the efficient and timely recording of all financial commitments, maintaining the cost accounting system and controlling the general administration of the project office.
• Ensure the applicable requirements of the McConnell Dowell Integrated Management System and Projection Execution Plan are met.
• Ensure the efficient and timely administration of Head Contract and Sub-Contract Agreements. Assist with the recording of all financial commitments to maintaining cost accounting system for both normal contract works and subcontractors.
• Maintain and operate the McConnell Dowell cost system (Workbench) for the Project.
• Provide timely cost reports to management.
• Prepare weekly cashflow forecast for Alabang Office
• Assistance in Trading Forecast submission
• Check invoices against orders and delivery dockets and prepare for certification.
• Ensure proper & timely vouching and batching of Workbench batches.
• Carry out day to day financial administration to fulfill the requirements of the head contract and internal requirements
• Maintain petty cash site account and reimbursement on a regular basis.
• Financial reporting as required for internal monthly reports.
• Prepare accurate end of month cost reports, in time for project approval and submission to corporate management by the last working day of the month.
• Actively encourage continuous improvement and seek opportunities for savings.
• Prepare reports as required by the Project Manager.
• Handle transmittal of Workbench batches to/from Alabang and other pertinent documents.
• Any other duties as may be required by the Company.
About You
To be considered for the opportunity, you will need the following:
• Tertiary qualifications in relevant finance discipline and post-graduate certification
• A minimum experience of 5 years' experience as an on-site Project Accountant department and exposure to project accounting, accounts reconciliation, document processing and regular telephone communication
• Demonstrated interest and aptitude towards Project Accounting and system improvements
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders
• Capable of analysing financial data with the purpose of taking definitive action.
• Related experience for the role you have applied.
• Personal ID, local barangay/NBI clearance and relevant education / training certifications.
• Passionate about McConnell Dowell's values of safety & care, honesty & integrity, customer focus, working together and performance excellence.
• Strong commitment to the safety promise of "Home Without Harm".
Due to volume of applications and replies received, we regret to inform only suitable candidates who apply directly will be notified upon successful applications and applicants referred by recruitment agency will not be considered. We will still consider your profile for near future opportunities again. Thank you for your understanding and interest!