Our client is a third-generation, family-owned and operated construction company with a proud 50-year history, based in Melbourne's western suburbs.
They have built their reputation on delivering quality homes and commercial properties through streamlined processes, strong relationships and a commitment to excellence.We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join the finance team and play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the business.
This position offers an opportunity to work across a diverse construction and property portfolio within a well-established, family-owned organisation that values loyalty, accountability and long-term relationships.This is a hands-on, full-time, office-based role with flexible working hours, suited to someone who enjoys variety, takes ownership and thrives in a fast-paced commercial environment.
Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), you will take responsibility for day-to-day financial operations across multiple entities, including transactional accounting, reconciliations, project job costing, compliance and management reporting.Beyond the technical responsibilities, this role offers genuine involvement in the broader business.
You will work closely with the CFO and senior leadership, gain exposure to construction and property operations, and contribute to improving financial processes and reporting across the group.What You'll DoFinancial Operations & ReportingOversee day-to-day transactional accounting activities across the groupPrepare monthly reconciliations and complete end-of-month reportingPrepare accurate and timely management reports for the CFOMaintain general ledger accuracy and financial records across multiple entitiesSupport financial analysis and reporting requirements under the guidance of the CFOLiaise with the CFO and remote accountant on financial records, budgets and reportingConstruction & Project Job CostingMonitor and reconcile project costs across construction and property development activitiesMaintain accurate job costing records and support project financial reportingReview project expenditure and identify discrepancies requiring attentionWork with relevant stakeholders to ensure accurate allocation and reporting of project costsCompliance & LodgmentsPrepare BAS, GST reconciliations and support income tax preparationManage PAYG, superannuation, payroll tax reconciliations and lodgmentsEnsure financial records and reporting meet relevant compliance requirementsManage insurances and coordinate claims as requiredProperty ManagementPrepare quarterly BAS for multiple entities in Xero and investigate discrepanciesReview outgoings and prepare annual outgoings budgets for self-managed tenanciesReview annual rental income ledgers against financial recordsLiaise with the Property Manager regarding new leases, renewals and monthly property management reportingAttend Owners Corporation meetings when requiredAbout YouYou're an experienced accountant who enjoys taking ownership of the day-to-day financial function and working closely with senior leadership.
You're confident managing competing priorities, have solid attention to detail and can work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.Experience in construction accounting, particularly project job costing, will be highly regarded.Degree qualified in Accounting,



Finance or a closely related disciplineMinimum 5 years' experience in a broad accounting role within an Australian business environment, ideally with exposure to construction, property development or project-based accounting.Proven experience working within a multi-entity or group structureStrong working knowledge of Xero and accounting systemsSound understanding of BAS, GST, PAYG, superannuation and compliance lodgmentsExperience in construction finance, project job costing and property development accountingStrong financial reporting, reconciliation and analytical skillsExceptional attention to detail and organisational skillsAbility to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environmentConfident working independently and collaborating directly with the CFO and senior leadershipExcellent communication skills with a reliable, professional and solutions-focused approachAbility to build positive working relationships across the businessOur client is an equal-opportunity employer.Your application will include the following questions:Have you completed a qualification in accounting?
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
How many years of accounting experience do you have?
How many years' experience do you have as an accountant?
Do you have experience using Xero?
Have you completed a certified practising accountant (CPA) qualification?
How many years' experience do you have in the construction industry?
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📌 Senior Accountant (Melbourne)
🏢 Aslan
📍 Melbourne