Project Accountant (Sydney)

Project Accountant (Sydney)

08 Sep
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FCC Construction Australia
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Sydney

08 Sep

FCC Construction Australia

Sydney

Since establishing in Australia in 2020, FCC Construction Australia is committed to expanding the capability of the Australian construction market by leveraging our proven integration approach and demonstrating our reputation for solving complex infrastructure challenges through our creative solutions.

We draw on our global position as one of the top construction companies globally, operating in over 25 countries and responsible for delivering some of the largest, most complex, and highly acclaimed projects globally under an integrated business model.

Our activities span all areas of engineering and construction – we are a world leader in successfully delivering civil works and transport infrastructure - roads, railways, airports, hydraulic and marine works, tunnels, bridges – as well as residential and non-residential buildings - hospitals, football stadiums, museums, corporate offices. Currently we’re in the top 30 construction companies globally.

**Please note this role is a site-based role in Sydney, NSW

Key aspects of this role include:

- Prepare Monthly Project Cost Reports and associated analysis reports

- Produce and monitor transaction reports for Purchase Orders / Goods Received / Subcontractor & Supplier Invoices

- Assist procurement & engineering teams with accurately cost coding spend

- Participate in monthly cost reviews with PM of each Engineer’s Actual vs Planned cost status

- Assist Engineers with Forecast Cost to Complete calculations

- Prepare monthly Accrual Journals and associated Balance Sheet reconciliations

- Maintain Project Work Breakdown Structure codes

- Assist in preparation of Project Cash Flow Forecast

- Invoice the client as per head contract terms and timing requirements

- Closing contract costs on monthly basis

- Maintenance of project-related ledger accounts





- Maintain list of month-end deadlines

- Create and distribute month-end project reports to Project Manager and corporate BU

- Control project accounts payable and receivable tasks

- Preparation of Project working capital and cashflows

- Review project forecasts on a regular basis and resolve any outstanding matters promptly

We are looking for an experienced Project Accountant - a team player with the following experience and capabilities:

Prior construction experience is essential (ideally on Projects greater than $100M)

- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent

- Ideally a minimum 5+ years’ experience in a similar role

- Prior experience with SAP would be ideal, but not essential.

- Certified Practicing Accountant or Chartered Accountant qualified

- Advanced Excel skills

- Demonstrated ability to manage & improve on existing processes & procedures

- Ability to build rapport at all levels of the project but in particular with Managers, Engineers and the Finance team

What's in it for you:

- Generous leave policies to support wellbeing, and industry leading paid parental leave

- Access to flexible work arrangements

- A competitive remuneration package, with potential for further career progression over the duration of the Project

- Access to employee assistance program for employees and families

FCC are dedicated to fostering a gender-equitable team and cultivating a culture that mirrors the diversity of the communities we serve. Our commitment lies in establishing a workplace that prioritizes safety and respect for all team members. We actively invite applications from individuals of all ages, cultural backgrounds (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, we look forward to hearing from you soon.

📌 Project Accountant (Sydney)
🏢 FCC Construction Australia
📍 Sydney

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