Skeiny is a trusted complex project management firm, delivering integrated project controls that ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of complex projects. With over 20 years of experience across government and private sectors, we combine traditional project management practices with agile methodologies and cutting-edge software to achieve smarter, more efficient outcomes.

Our services span planning, scheduling, cost control, training, risk analysis, and business intelligence — all tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. Backed by highly skilled consultants, Skeiny is committed to ensuring project success, no matter the size or complexity.

About The Role

We are seeking a motivated Assistant Accountant to join our team. This is a part time role (4 days a week) with potential to transition into full-time role based in Australia, with some on-site work and travel as required.

As an Assistant Accountant, you will play a key role in managing Skeiny’s day-to-day finance operations while driving continuous improvement across systems and processes. You’ll ensure strong financial controls, maintain data integrity, and support compliance with Australian regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Own end-to-end monthly payroll in Xero, including timesheet inputs, pay run preparation, system integrity, and compliance with statutory and internal requirements.

Lead project setup, configuration, and ongoing management across Xero and Harvest, ensuring accurate time and cost tracking aligned with financial processes.

Oversee the full client invoicing lifecycle, including billable work tracking, expense recovery, invoice issuance, system maintenance, and continuous improvement of billing workflows and controls.

Take full ownership of Xero financial management,



including accounts payable and receivable, budgeting, reconciliations, and statutory reporting.

Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports (P&L;, Balance Sheet, Cashflow, forecasting, and insights) to support informed strategic decision-making.

Ensure strong financial governance through expense management, continuous system and process improvement, ATO compliance (BAS, GST, PAYG), and accurate tax reporting and lodgement.

What We’re Looking For

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, with CPA Australia or CA ANZ (or working toward certification) and strong knowledge of Australian taxation, ATO reporting, and financial compliance.
- Proven experience in financial reporting, tax preparation, and reconciliations, with advanced use of Xero and financial systems.
- Experience with Harvest time tracking and project financial management highly regarded.
- Proficiency in PowerBI and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint) with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to learn quickly, adapt, and innovate
- Ability to work effectively in a virtual team environment (proactive, communicative, transparent with outputs), maintainingrespectful and professional interactions with management, administrative staff, and consultantsat all times.

Why Join Us?

At Skeiny, you’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive team that values innovation, growth, and excellence. We passionately believe that our diverse, and inclusive team propels our positive impact for our clients, each other, and our communities. If you are passionate about continuous development, and you excel in decision making and problem solving with pragmatic and innovative solutions, we invite you to become part of the Skeiny journey.

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📌 Finance Officer (Sydney)
🏢 Skeiny Projects
📍 Sydney