Job Description
A company is seeking a strategic thinker with a passion for numbers and a knack for driving financial performance.
The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership to provide insightful analysis, guide decision-making, and help steer projects toward profitability and success. Key responsibilities include:
* Accounting management: Manage and assist staff ensuring accuracy and compliance.
* Payroll: Process payroll and ensure timely payment of employees.
* Monthly compliance reporting: Prepare statutory returns, including statements, tax returns, superannuation lodgements and other industry-related reporting.
* Project accounting: Manage financial aspects of construction projects in conjunction with project teams, collaborating with project managers/contract administrators to ensure financial alignment and timely reporting.
* Month-End and Reconciliation Activities: Perform month-end close, including balance sheet reviews, cost allocations, and analysis.
* Monthly Reporting: Deliver comprehensive and accurate reporting from a level through to board.
* End of year audit/tax: Liaise with auditors and accountants to assist with preparation of reports/returns.
* Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the preparation and management of budgets, forecasts, including cash flow forecasting.
* Process Improvement and Efficiency: Identify opportunities to streamline processes and enhance efficiency, working closely with stakeholders to implement solutions that benefit the business.
* Team Leadership: Mentor junior staff and promote continuous improvement.
About You - Skills and Experience
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting and CA/CPA qualification (essential).
* Minimum 5 years' experience in accounting or similar finance support roles.
* Construction industry experience an advantage but not essential.
* High-level numeracy and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
* Commercial acumen and stakeholder management.
* Proficiency in finance/ERP systems, and advanced Excel.
* Excellent communication, collaboration, and organisational skills.