Job Description
/n /n Senior Project Accountant/n /n /n Job ID933116

Job Type
Maximum Term < 12 months LocationAustralia
- Brisbane CategoriesAccounting / Tax / Treasury/n /n /n /n /n Applications close 16 Oct 2026 E. Australia Standard Time/n /n /n /n /n /n Make your mark with Thiess /n /n /n Every day, all around the world, Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent and reward transparency. We champion diversity and embrace change. /n /n /n Join us. Hone your skills and develop new ones, take on big challenges and grow through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment. /n /n /n Thiess is the place to make things happen. /n /n /n About the opportunity /n /n /n We currently have a 12-month fixed-term opportunity for an experienced Senior Project Accountant to join the Olive Downs Complex team, providing cover for an employee secondment. The role will be primarily based at Thiess Australia Head Office in Brisbane, with ad hoc travel to site as required. /n /n /n Working a 5/2 roster and reporting to the Finance & Administration Manager, you will provide high-quality financial advice and support to the project, strengthen financial accountability and controls, and help drive informed commercial decision-making and project performance. /n /n /n Your main responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: /n /n /n /n
- /n Drive the timely and accurate completion of end-of-month deliverables, reporting and balance sheet reconciliations. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n Facilitate monthly cost reviews, including analysis and clear communication of key variances to budget and forecast. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n Be a key contributor to annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting, including preparation and review of cost build-ups and assumptions. /n /n /n /n /n




- /n Provide commercial and financial analysis to support project leaders in making informed decisions. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n Drive financial awareness across the project and ensure financial practices align with company policy, governance and internal controls. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n Identify financial and commercial risks early, develop practical responses and support effective close-out of actions. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n Partner with operational and functional stakeholders across head office and site to improve reporting quality, cost control and financial outcomes. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n Support, coach and provide guidance to other finance team members while contributing to a cooperative, high-performing team environment. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including presenting financial insights in a clear and practical way. /n /n /n /n About you /n /n /n /n /n You will be a high-achieving, team-focused finance professional who enjoys delivering results in a dynamic project environment. You will combine strong technical capability with sound commercial judgement and the confidence to engage, challenge and influence stakeholders at all levels. /n /n /n /n
- /n CPA or CA qualified, or working towards completion. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n Relevant project accounting or management accounting experience, with mining, resources,



construction or heavy industry experience highly regarded. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n Demonstrated experience supporting month-end reporting, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and cost control. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n Strong commercial acumen and the ability to translate financial information into practical insights and actions. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n Previous JDE experience is highly regarded but not essential. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a strong emphasis on Excel. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n Excellent time management and organisational skills, with high attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and influence across the project. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n A commitment to safety, accountability, continuous improvement and team success. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n Ability and willingness to travel to the Olive Downs Complex site on an ad hoc basis as required. /n /n /n /n What's on offer /n /n /n /n
- /n 12-month fixed-term contract, providing cover for an employee secondment, based primarily at Thiess Australia Head Office in Brisbane. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n 5/2 roster, with ad hoc travel to the Olive Downs Complex as required. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n Competitive salary package. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n Ongoing training and development opportunities. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n A strong safety-first culture built on care, respect and accountability. /n /n /n /n /n
- /n A range of corporate discounts, including health insurance, travel and retail products. /n /n /n /n

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