At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial management of major infrastructure projects from start to finish.
- Company: Join a leading Australian infrastructure business experiencing rapid growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, exceptional career development, and dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities to influence decision-making at all levels.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on significant capital projects while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in project-based finance with strong budgeting and forecasting skills.
The predicted salary is between 150000 - 170000 $ per year.
Leading Australian Infrastructure Business | $150k - $170k
Own the Financial Delivery of Major Capital Projects | High Growth Environment
Sydney CBD | Commercially Focused Role | Exceptional Career Development
The Opportunity
An exciting role for a technically strong and commercially minded accountant to join a market leading infrastructure business experiencing substantial growth. Working within a highly regarded finance function, you will take ownership of the financial management of several major development projects from inception through to completion. Partnering closely with project, procurement and development stakeholders, you will provide commercial insight, financial governance and strategic support across a substantial capital investment program.
The Challenge
- Take end-to-end financial ownership of multiple large-scale development projects
- Prepare and analyse project budgets, capex forecasts, cash flow forecasts and cost-to-complete reporting
- Partner closely with project and development teams to provide commercial and financial support throughout the project lifecycle
- Attend project governance meetings and provide financial insights on project performance, risks and opportunities
- Identify cost movements, project variations and commercial issues impacting project outcomes
- Review contractor commitments, supplier claims and project expenditure to ensure financial accuracy
- Prepare project reporting and commentary for senior leadership and board stakeholders
- Support annual budgeting, reforecasting and long-term capital planning activities
- Assist in managing project contingencies and identifying potential financial risks
- Drive process improvement initiatives across project reporting and financial controls
The Expertise
Please consider expressing interest in this position if you possess the following:
- Experience within construction, infrastructure, property development, engineering, energy or other project-based environments
- Strong financial modelling, budgeting and forecasting capabilities
- Demonstrated ability to partner with operational stakeholders and influence decision making
- Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage across all levels of an organisation
- High attention to detail combined with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset
- Passionate with high achievement drive and a can-do attitude
The Next Step
About ThompsonCook
At ThompsonCook we develop strong relationships with top accounting and finance professionals across Australia. We specialise in recruiting for key finance function roles including: Chief Financial Officers, Treasury, Tax & Audit Leaders, Finance Managers & Financial Controller, Commercial Finance & Financial Planning & Analysis, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Payroll.
Senior Project Accountant in Sydney employer: ThompsonCook
ThompsonCook offers an exceptional work environment for the Strategic Finance Leader, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration within the dynamic technology-led wagering sector in Australia. Employees benefit from a clear path to career advancement, including potential progression to CFO, alongside a strong emphasis on governance and regulatory compliance that enhances professional growth. With a commitment to employee development and a supportive team atmosphere, ThompsonCook stands out as a rewarding employer for those seeking meaningful contributions in a rapidly evolving industry.
