Site Accountant

Job Description

Site Accountant

Job Title

Site Accountant

Location

Project Site

Reports To

Head office/ Project Manager

Job Summary

The Site Accountant is responsible for managing day-to-day accounting activities at the project site, maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring site expenses, handling petty cash, and ensuring proper documentation of all financial transactions in accordance with company policies and accounting procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain daily site accounts, books of accounts, and financial records.
• Handle petty cash, cash payments, and site-related expenses.
• Verify supplier invoices, subcontractor bills, and supporting documents.
• Prepare payment vouchers, receipts, journal entries, and expense statements.
• Monitor site expenses against approved budgets and report variances.
• Maintain records of material purchases, labour payments, and subcontractor expenses.
• Coordinate with the head office finance team for payments, accounting entries, and monthly closing activities.
• Maintain employee attendance records, labour wage sheets, and advance payment records, where applicable.
• Ensure timely submission of bills, invoices, expense reports, and supporting documents.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and financial control procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce (B.Com) or an equivalent qualification.
• 1–3 years of experience in accounting, preferably in construction or project-site operations.
• Good numerical, analytical, and organizational skills.

Required Skills

• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently at a project site.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy and timely updating of site accounts.
• Timely submission of expense statements and invoices.
• Accuracy of petty cash and vendor reconciliations.
• Compliance with company accounting procedures.
• Timely preparation of financial reports.

Pay

₹15,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Food provided
• Provident Fund

Work Location

In person