Project Accountant | Commercial Construction | Jobpac Experience Highly Regarded
Local Building Recruitment – Truganina VIC
Interviews November 2026 | January 2027 Start We are working with an established commercial builder looking to appoint an experienced Project Accountant to support their construction and project delivery teams.
This role would suit someone with a background in construction or project-based accounting who enjoys working closely with operational teams and understands how financial management contributes to successful project delivery.
The business is planning ahead for 2027, with interviews taking place in late November and a January commencement.
The Role
Working closely with Project Managers, site teams and the wider finance function, you'll be responsible for managing day-to-day project accounting processes while assisting with cost tracking, forecasting and financial reporting.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing supplier invoices, purchase orders and approval processes.
- Ensuring expenses are accurately coded and allocated to the correct projects.
- Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.
- Coordinating timesheets across project teams and ensuring accurate cost allocation.
- Monitoring labour costs against project budgets.
- Assisting with forecasting project preliminaries, including site establishment, temporary facilities and overheads.
- Tracking budgets against actual expenditure and reporting variances.
- Supporting Project Managers with monthly financial reporting and cost reviews.
- Assisting with month-end processes, audits and general project accounting.
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 2–3 years' experience in project accounting, preferably within construction or another project-based industry.
- Experience with Jobpac is highly regarded but not essential. Applicants with demonstrated Jobpac experience will be prioritised for shortlisting.
- A qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Experience managing invoices, purchase orders, reconciliations and project cost allocations.
- Strong Excel skills, particularly for financial reporting and analysis.
- Experience using accounting software and ERP systems.
- Exposure to construction-specific software or integrated project management systems.
- Good attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
- Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with Project Managers, site staff and suppliers.
Experience working for a commercial head contractor would be highly regarded, although we are open to people from other project-based industries with relevant experience.
The Opportunity
This is more than a traditional accounts processing position.
You'll be involved in the financial management of live construction projects, working alongside delivery teams to monitor costs, support forecasting and maintain accurate financial information.
We're looking for someone who can take ownership of their responsibilities, build relationships across the business and contribute to improving financial processes.
Interview & Start Dates
- Interviews: Late November 2026
- Commencement: January 2027
We're starting the recruitment process early to allow time for interviews and a smooth transition into the new year.
All applications will be treated confidentially.
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Project Accountant | Commercial Construction | Jobpac Experience Highly Regarded in Melbourne employer: Local Building Recruitment
Join a well-established Victorian commercial builder known for its quality delivery and collaborative team environment, where you will play a key role in a $50m Aged Care project in Melbourne's South East. With strong systems and processes in place, you'll benefit from a fully resourced project team and direct access to senior management, providing genuine opportunities for career progression in the construction industry. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to take on more responsibility and advance towards Site Management in a supportive and dynamic workplace.
Contact Details:
Local Building Recruitment Recruitment Team
