Senior Property Accountant/Finance Manager
Sought after is an experienced Finance Manager/Senior Property Accountant to join a leading business at the forefront of property development. This dynamic role will play a key part in financial management, reporting, and intercompany accounting for large-scale projects.
The ideal candidate will oversee financial operations for a portfolio of land development projects. They will manage project accounting, intercompany transactions, and ensure compliance with financial regulations, working closely with stakeholders and external partners.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage day-to-day financial operations
* Prepare and analyse management reports, budgets, and forecasts; provide insights and recommendations to the leadership team
* Month end closing activities including processing of monthly journals
* Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances
* Preparation of cost analysis for specific project viability assessments
* Manage external relationships such as external accountants, banks, and insurers
* Provide financial guidance and support to the broader business
* Invoice checking and management from a wide range of suppliers
* Checking all claims from consultants and civil contractors across multiple projects
* Collaborate with third-party lawyers on financial and contractual matters to ensure compliance and mitigate risks across projects
Requirements:
* 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in property development or a related industry
* Experience working in a business with multiple entities and group consolidation and intercompany accounting expertise
* Strong technical accounting skills, with experience in property-specific accounting principles
Your Attributes:
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders
* Proactive with a strong sense of initiative
* Ability to work independently and support a growing business
* High degree of attention to detail and accuracy
* Takes ownership of the numbers
* Excellent problem-solving skills with capability to identify issues and provide suggested solutions
To succeed you will need to be able to hit the ground running, have a great attitude, and a real passion for what you do.
Please note that this position is only open to those who are Australian citizens or are currently residing in Australia and hold Australian residency.