Organisation ProfileOur client is a well-established, nationally recognised infrastructure business, with a strong, live project pipeline.
With a values-driven, family-style culture, the business has a genuine track record of developing people internally and investing in its finance function as it continues to grow.Role OverviewThis is a broad, commercially focused Financial Accountant role, reporting directly to the Financial Controller.
Rather than sitting purely in compliance, you'll be a genuine business partner to operational leaders.
Providing the financial and commercial insight that shapes decision-making across live projects and the wider business.This is a strong first move for those from Big4/Mid Tier backgrounds looking to step into industry with real commercial exposure.
From statutory and tax compliance through to budgeting, forecasting, capital reviews and commercial/contract advisory support.Key ResponsibilitiesMeet Group financial reporting requirementsAnalyse and manage project work-in-progress and work-in-hand schedulesReconcile balance sheet accounts monthlyManage statutory and taxation matters including GST, PAYG, payroll tax, income tax and annual declarationsManage overheads to budget and drive achievement of overhead savingsWork closely with operational management to provide monthly P&L; and cash-flow forecasts, and analyse trendsManage the divisional annual budget processProvide sound financial and commercial advice to the businessAdvise and support business unit managers with reporting, project reviews, forecasts and strategyAdvise on the financial implications of contractual issues,



supporting decision-making on contracts, deeds and other agreementsReview capital requirements with the businessActively participate in system and process improvementsWhy This Role Stands OutA genuine first step into industry, with commercial exposure well beyond what most Financial Accountant roles offerDirect partnering with operational leaders, not just month-end complianceBroad remit spanning reporting, tax, budgeting, forecasting and contract/commercial advisoryBacked by a national business with a strong, live project pipeline across multiple statesValues-driven, family-style culture with a real focus on developing people and internal career growthIdeal CandidateYou're from Big 4 or mid-tier or someone with strong infrastructure experience ready to step into a genuinely broad, commercial role rather than a narrow compliance function.
You think commercially, are comfortable getting close to the operational side of a business, and want to build direct relationships with non-finance stakeholders from day one.Key RequirementsBig 4 or mid-tier trained, currently in practice and looking to make your first move into industry or strong infrastructure expereinceCA/CPA qualifiedTertiary qualification in accounting, commerce or businessGood working knowledge of financial processes, accounting principles and tax concepts, with the ability to analyse and reconcile accountsAdvanced Excel skillsExcellent attention to detail, organisation and communication skillsComfortable working independently and under pressure in a rapid-paced environmentFull working rights in Australia
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📌 Financial Accountant | Infrastructure | Big 4/Mid-Tier (Melbourne)
🏢 Sharp & Carter
📍 Melbourne