Project Accountant

The Aga Khan Schools (AKS), an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), is a global education system of schools, hostels and non-formal education programmes, serving more than 120,000 learners annually across 12 countries in East Africa, the Middle East, and South and Central Asia. Supported by over 7,000 teachers and staff, alongside dedicated volunteers, AKS is committed to improving quality of life through education by expanding access to high-quality, values-based learning that prepares learners to contribute meaningfully to their communities and an increasingly interconnected world. More information..The Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKES, Kenya) operates 5 schools across Kenya, offering nursery to senior secondary education under national and international curricula. It is part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) , a group of private development agencies working to improve living conditions and opportunities for all faiths and origins in developing regions.AKES, Kenya seeks to hire a Project Accountant for a K-12 school construction project based in Nairobi, for 3 to 4 years (project-based).Role Summary:Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) , with a dotted line to the Project Director, the Project Accountant oversees all financial aspects of this major construction project, ensuring integrity, compliance, and accountability throughout the lifecycle. Working closely with the CFO, Project Director, and Project Commercial Manager, the role provides accurate financial reporting, budget control, and risk management for timely and on-budget delivery.Key Responsibilities:Financial Planning & Budgeting:Establish cost baselines and implement budget control to monitor committed, actual, and forecasted costs.Monitor budget performance and provide...