At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage project finances, analyse reports, and support decision-making in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join McCosker Contracting, a leader in civil construction with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health discounts, and employee wellbeing programs.
- Other info: Opportunity for growth and recognition in a dynamic team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in construction finance while developing your skills and career.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Business or Accounting and 3 years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 74880 - 91520 $ per year.
- Join Mc Cosker Contracting – Project Accountant
- Work: Monday to Friday, permanent position 40 hours
About the Role
The Project Accountant will act as a critical business partner to operational and project management teams, providing financial oversight, analysis, and reporting across multiple projects.
This position will ensure accurate project cost control, forecasting, revenue recognition, and commercial reporting while supporting informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced construction environment and possess strong commercial acumen, attention to detail, and relationship-building skills.
Key Responsibilities include
- Prepare and analyse monthly project financial reports and performance dashboards.
- Monitor project costs, revenue, margins, cash flow, and work-in-progress.
- Support project managers with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control processes.
- Review project commitments, subcontractor costs, and procurement spend.
- Assist with contract administration, variations, claims, and revenue recognition.
- Reconcile project accounting records and investigate financial variances.
- Prepare monthly accruals, journals, and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Partner with operational teams to identify financial risks and opportunities.
- Support project start-up, close-out, and audit requirements.
- Assist with the system and process improvement projects around project management and reporting.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and contractual obligations.
Candidate Requirements
- High accuracy, attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
- Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Accounting or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role
- Proficient in project accounting and reporting
- Experience within construction, civil contracting, mining services, engineering, or project‑based industries.
- Advance MS Office skills, in particular Excel and Power BI
- Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to influence operational teams and challenge outcomes constructively.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
The below attributes would be highly desirable
- CPA/CA Qualifications
- Construction industry experience
What good will look like in the first year
- Gain an understanding of the current state of project tracking and reporting.
- Build relationships with Project teams and develop a financial and operational understanding of current construction projects.
- Work with system improvement teams to help map out a path to better system utilisation and project reporting.
- Implement a long‑term and sustainable implementation of system improvements and enhance reporting capabilities.
Why Mc Cosker?
- Monthly Recognition Awards
- Corporate Health Insurance Discounts
- Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programs
- Discounted Qantas Club Membership
About Us
Mc Cosker Contracting is a leader in civil construction, proudly servicing mining, gas, industrial, and infrastructure sectors across Australia.
Based in Gladstone, we’re a team of empowered individuals working together to deliver outstanding results — with integrity, respect, and a commitment to safety.
You can learn more about Mc Cosker Contracting here
Apply now and enjoy a rewarding career with flexibility, support, and recognition.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Gladstone
- Queensland, Australia Full Time
- Accounting Financial Accounting & Reporting
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Project Accountant employer: McCosker Contracting Pty
McCosker is an exceptional employer located in Gladstone, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and integrity. Employees benefit from comprehensive health insurance, income protection, and a monthly recognition program, alongside opportunities for professional growth within the civil construction industry. With a focus on empowering individuals and fostering leadership, McCosker provides a rewarding environment for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their careers.
