GEOCON is Canberra's powerhouse integrated property enterprise with capabilities across development, construction, hospitality management and investment.
Our hallmark is architecturally stunning buildings that deliver a new standard of contemporary living. We set the benchmark for high-rise residential and hotel accommodation in Canberra, and continue to grow, innovate and diversify.
About the role
We are looking to hire a highly motivated Management Accountant who enjoys working closely with the people who build things. Reporting to the Financial Controller – Construction & Development, you will support the delivery of the Group's financial, taxation and compliance requirements, and act as a trusted finance partner to project managers, engineers and development managers.
You will work with the CFO, Deputy CFO, Director of Operations – Construction, General Manager of Developments, and the wider Finance team.
Key Responsibilities
- Run month-end activities, including accruals, prepayments and project WIP reviews
- Review and finalise monthly financial results and forecasts
- Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations
- Review project forecasts, track monthly variances and assess the adequacy of cost forecasts and project controls
- Prepare and lodge the Group's BAS and payroll tax
- Review and approve weekly construction workers' payroll (under EBA), and issue weekly wage cost reports and forecasts
- Review and authorise commission expenses,
rental guarantee expenses and settlement statements
- Assist with income tax workpapers, FBT, PTRS, TPAR, ACIRT, portable LSL, ABS surveys and other statutory requirements
- Liaise with the ATO, auditors and regulators, and support the annual external audit
- Support the Finance team with ad hoc projects
Skills Required
- Degree in Accounting or Finance
- CA/CPA qualified or working towards it
- Finance background in a corporate environment, with project accounting experience
- Construction or property industry experience is highly regarded
- Strong Excel skills, with a knack for data analysis and forecasting
- Confident improving systems and processes, not just running them
- Explicit communicator who can explain the numbers to non-finance people
- Organised, self-driven and comfortable with shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
Experience with MS Dynamics 365, Salesforce or Power BI would be a bonus, but isn't essential.
Benefits
- Generous rebates on Geocon residential purchases
- Discounted rates on overnight accommodation / food and beverage across Iconic Hotels
- Health and wellbeing programs and discounted gym memberships
- Continuous in-house training and career development opportunities
- Opportunity to work with one of the best and diverse property development firms in the country
If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact HR, via
[email protected]
📌 Management Accountant (Canberra)
🏢 Geocon Group
📍 Canberra