At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage financial reporting, month-end processes, and project accounting in a dynamic construction environment.
- Company: Established construction business with a supportive finance team.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, onsite parking, and potential for contract extension.
- Other info: Immediate start available; full-time office-based role.
- Why this job: Join a fast-paced team and make a real impact on financial performance.
- Qualifications: Degree in Accounting or Finance; CA/CPA qualified or nearing completion.
The predicted salary is between 45 - 55 $ per hour.
The Company
We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to join a well-established construction business.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong finance professional who enjoys working in a project-driven environment and wants to play an important role in the financial performance of the business.
Working closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders, you will take ownership of financial reporting, month-end processes and project accounting, while identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and reporting across the finance function.
The Role
This 3-month contract will suit an immediately available or soon-to-be available Senior Financial Accountant who enjoys working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
Duties include but are not limited to
- Manage month-end and year-end processes, including journals, balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger maintenance.
- Prepare monthly financial reports, management accounts and variance analysis.
- Support project accounting, including monitoring project costs, reviewing budgets and tracking financial performance against forecasts.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting.
- Ensure accurate revenue and cost recognition across construction projects.
- Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards.
- Work closely with project managers and operational teams to provide financial insights and support commercial decision-making.
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve financial reporting.
About You
Skills and Experience
- Degree qualified in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
- CA or CPA qualified, or nearing completion.
- Previous experience in a Senior Financial Accountant or similar role.
- Experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure or another project-based industry will be highly regarded.
- Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience managing end-to-end month-end processes.
- Commercially minded, with the ability to analyse financial information and communicate findings to non-finance stakeholders.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large ERP systems.
- A proactive approach, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
What's on offer.
- Immediate start available
- 3-month contract with the possibility of extension
- Parking on site
- Northside location near North Lakes
- Full-time office-based role (no work from home)
- Supportive and collaborative finance team
- Competitive hourly rate
- Stable business within the construction industry
- #J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior Financial Accountant in North Lakes employer: Perigon Group
Join a dynamic and expanding Aussie retail business that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture. With a well-structured finance team based in the vibrant Alexandria/Rosebery area, you'll enjoy flexible work-from-home options and opportunities for professional growth. This role not only offers a chance to lead and innovate within financial processes but also to make a meaningful impact on the company's success while working alongside passionate professionals.
