Accountant

A fantastic opportunity to join a nationally recognised, multifaceted organisation operating in the construction, engineering, rural infrastructure, and mining services sectors. This is a full-time, permanent role, with four days based in the North Adelaide Head Office and one day in the Kingsford, Barossa office. You will be part of a highly productive and close-knit finance team, working as an Accountant and managing project and management accounting activities.

Responsibilities:

Project & Management Accounting:

• Manage project and management accounting activities across multiple divisions.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure monthly forecasts are completed and perform profit take-ups.
• Provide divisional managers with insights on monthly profit take-up and forecasting outcomes.

Cost Monitoring & Reporting:

• Monitor accurate cost code usage aligned with project activities.
• Prepare detailed reports and analyses on labor and equipment utilisation and efficiency.
• Analyse project reports and conduct variance analysis.

Financial Reconciliation & Reporting:

• Prepare account reconciliations and conduct full profit & loss reviews, effectively reporting variances.
• Post all necessary journals for divisions, including monthly accruals.
• Prepare month-end management reporting packs, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Audit Support & Compliance:

• Support year-end audits by providing required documentation and explanations.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and audit requirements.

Team Training & Development:

• Provide training and constructive feedback to divisional staff and assistant accountants.

Skills Required:

• Proven experience in project and management accounting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy.
• Experience working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment (preferred).
• A hands-on approach with a willingness to engage in all aspects of the business.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and reporting frameworks.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Eirini Vrodos on 08 8216 3531 for a confidential discussion.