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Full-time
bachelor degree, professional certificate
Competitive Remuneration, Structured Career Paths, Health And Wellness Benefits, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Beyond Blue, Retail Discounts
Posted 43d ago
Apply by Jul 23
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Project Accountant will partner with project managers to deliver financial performance insights and manage month-end reporting, forecasting, and budgeting. They are responsible for tracking costs, revenue, and WIP while enforcing financial controls and governance.
Requirements
Candidates must have a tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce, with CA/CPA highly regarded. Experience in project accounting within construction, utilities, or infrastructure and proficiency in ERP systems like SAP or JDE are required.
Full job description
The opportunity
Downer is seeking a commercially astute Project Accountant to partner with project and operational teams across a growing Energy & Utilities portfolio. This role is critical in delivering accurate reporting, strong financial control, and improved project outcomes.
What you’ll do
Business partner with Project Managers to deliver financial outcomes and project performance insights
Manage month-end reporting, forecasting, and budgeting cycles
Ensure accurate WIP, billing, cost and revenue tracking
Provide variance analysis, profitability insights, and EAC forecasting Monitor and enforce financial controls, Governance & Delegations of Authority
Support cash flow management and working capital optimisation
Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and performance analysis
Drive continuous improvement across financial processes and reporting
What we offer
Competitive remuneration with a significant ASX-listed company
Structured career paths with the opportunity to work in different areas of the Utilities business, supported by a robust Commercial Operating Model
A suite of health and wellness benefits and initiatives, including EAP Beyond Blue
Retail discounts with major retailers, Dell, Good Guys, Samsung, Specsavers & ANZ
We are a Tier 1 ASX listed company with in-house capabilities that far exceed traditional contractor environments
What we’re looking for
Tertiary level qualification in Accounting, Finance or Commerce (CA/CPA highly regarded)
Experience in project accounting within construction, utilities, or infrastructure
Strong understanding of contract environments and project financials
Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (SAP, JDE or similar)
Strong stakeholder engagement and ability to influence project teams
Ability to manage tight deadlines in fast-paced project environments
About Energy & Utilities
Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
How to apply
Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you! Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.
Related keywords
Project AccountingCACPASAPJDEERPWIPEAC ForecastingEnergy & UtilitiesConstructionInfrastructureFinancial GovernanceWorking Capital OptimisationASX-listed
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