Project Accountant

This role offers the chance to work closely with senior leaders, providing valuable financial insights that will shape the future of the business. In this position, you will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to meet strategic goals. You will be part of a supportive and inclusive environment that values collaboration and encourages input from all team members. With flexible working arrangements available you can balance your professional aspirations with personal commitments. If you are looking for a role where your analytical expertise and business acumen can truly make a difference, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What you will do:

As a Finance Business Partner, you will enjoy a varied and dynamic role at the heart of strategic planning and operational excellence. Your responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating closely with senior management to provide timely and accurate financial insights that inform key business decisions.
• Leading the annual budgeting process, working with various departments to ensure alignment with organisational goals and priorities.
• Developing detailed financial models to evaluate new projects, investments, and business cases, offering clear recommendations based on data-driven analysis.
• Preparing forecasts that anticipate future trends and support proactive planning across all areas of the organisation.
• Monitoring actual performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying variances, and working with stakeholders to implement corrective actions as needed.
• Presenting complex financial information in an accessible way to non-financial colleagues, fostering understanding and engagement across teams.
• Supporting month-end and year-end processes by ensuring accuracy in reporting and compliance with relevant standards.
• Building strong relationships across teams to encourage open communication and collaborative problem-solving on financial matters.

What you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling.
• A recognised accounting qualification (such as Chartered Accountant or Certified Practising Accountant) or equivalent practical experience (highly desirable).
• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and present findings clearly and concisely.
• Strong interpersonal skills that enable effective collaboration with colleagues at all levels of the organisation.
• Proficiency in advanced Excel functions and other financial software tools for managing large volumes of data efficiently.

About the business:

This organisation is known for its inclusive culture and commitment to supporting its employees’ growth and wellbeing. Collaboration is celebrated here, ensuring every team member feels valued regardless of their background or level of experience.

Flexible working arrangements allow you to tailor your schedule around personal commitments without compromising on career progression or job satisfaction.

Robert Walters Australia is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.