Accountant at ECLAT HR Consulting

Éclat HR is a progressive Human Resource Management Firm with its Headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria. We are a team of professionals from various field of study who have come together to build ECLAT HUMAN RESOURCE CONSULTING serving clients across the nation. Our portfolio represents a team of problem solvers. Our team represents a diverse spectrum of professional disciplines ranging from Law, Accounting, Corporate strategy, Medicine and much more.

Our focus is to enable our clients achieve their desired outcome through the provision of workable systems, structures and people. This is done through our human capital development programs, introduction of cost-saving mechanisms and sustainable HR management services to businesses across the nation. We take individual responsibility for each client’s experience, the organization, and its resources. We are committed to operational excellence in every situation and are committed to facilitate a positive client experience. We treat resources entrusted to us as though they were our own.Report To: Managing Director    

Location: Lugbe, Abuja    Salary:  N300,000    

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will (but is not limited to):

Oversee the financial health of telecom engineering projects, ensuring profitability, compliance, proper funding, and accurate invoicing. 
Monitor Work in Progress (WIP) for long-term engineering contracts. 
Conduct variance analysis (Actual vs. Budget) for site builds, retrofits, and maintenance projects. 
Manage revenue recognition using the Percentage of Completion (PoC) method. 
Develop annual budgets and rolling forecasts for engineering departments. 
Perform cost-benefit analysis for capital expenditure (CAPEX) on equipment and infrastructure. 
Oversee asset management, including depreciation of telecom equipment and fleet vehicles. 
Ensure accurate tracking of inventory and spare parts used in field operations. 
Ensure compliance with telecom-specific tax regulations and licensing requirements. 
Implement and maintain internal controls to prevent financial leakages in procurement and subcontracting. 
Collaborate with engineering teams and leadership to align technical execution with financial objectives. 

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. 
Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, or CIMA; ICAN  certification will be an added advantage. 
Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in accounting or financial management. 
Prior experience in construction, telecoms, or engineering environments is strongly preferred. 
Proficiency in advanced Excel (financial modeling). 
Experience using ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics. 
Strong understanding of IFRS 15 (Revenue from Contracts with Customers). 
Soft Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. 
Physical Requirements: Ability to work in outdoor environments, site inspection, Technical Site Survey (TSS)
Travel: Willingness to travel to project sites when required.

Required Competencies:

Strong financial analysis and project accounting skills. 
 Ability to manage complex, long-term project finances. 
Solid understanding of cost control, budgeting, and forecasting. 
High attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting. 
Strong knowledge of compliance, risk management, and internal controls. 
Ability to translate technical engineering activities into financial insights.  
Effective communication skills to bridge engineering teams and corporate leadership. 
Problem-solving and decision-making capability in dynamic project environments. 
Commercial awareness with a focus on profitability and cash flow management.

Note:  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.