Financial Accountant

Consolidated Power Projects Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market salary package

Annual bonus

Flexible working options

Study assistance

16 weeks paid parental leave

6 weeks paid secondary parental leave

Purchased leave

AI capability access

Phone choice: iPhone or Samsung

Employee referral program up to $4,000

Discount program with 400+ retailers

Employee Assistance Program for you &

Diverse, safe and supportive culture

Job summary

Consolidated Power Projects Australia (CPP) is seeking a senior Financial Accountant to support the day-to-day end-to-end accounting processes from our Halifax Street office, SA. You will ensure SOX and financial controls are maintained while preparing reports and consolidations.

You will bring 5–7 years of experience, a Bachelor of Commerce, and CA/CPA accreditation, with strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and ATO compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Commerce degree with CA/CPA accreditation preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in professional and commercial settings.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and ATO compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform the end-to-end Financial Accounting functions.
• Prepare Financial reporting and lodgments.
• Support Financial Accounting compliance and lodgments.
• Administer Financial Accounting master data.
• Maintain knowledge of Financial Accounting regulations, laws, EAs, contracts, policies and controls.
• Assist with all Financial Accounting functions and processes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

ATO compliance

Australian Accounting Standards

Project-based revenue recognition

Contract accounting

Education

Bachelor of Commerce

CA or CPA

Tools

IFS

Job description

Introduction:

• Full-time, 12 month contract
• Based in our Halifax Street office, South Australia.
• A role you can shape and make your own.

Description:

Who Are CPP?

CPP is a leading high-voltage infrastructure provider, connecting renewable energy projects to Australia’s electricity grid.

As a member of Quanta Services, a Fortune 500 company ranked #192 on the NYSX, we specialise in the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of substations, transmission lines, wind farms, and battery storage systems.

Established in 1996, we’ve connected more wind farms and renewable batteries than any other company. With over 800 employees and offices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth, we partner with Australia’s major transmission providers to deliver innovative, end-to-end solutions.

Join us in shaping the future of energy.

The Opportunity

This position will see you reporting directly into the Lead - Financial Accounting and is responsible for assisting the efficient and effective day to day operation of the Company’s end-to-end Financial Accounting function, ensuring SOX and Financial Accounting compliance.

• Perform the end-to-end Financial Accounting functions
• Preparation of Financial reporting
• Support Financial Accounting compliance and lodgments
• Administration of the Financial Accounting master data
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of Financial Accounting regulations, laws, EAs, contracts, policies, procedures, and controls
• Assist with all Financial Accounting functions and processes

Skills and Experiences:

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• At least 5–7 years of experience across both professional practice and commercial settings
• Tertiary qualifications in accounting i.e Bachelor of Commerce
• CA or CPA
• Strong technical knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships
• Demonstrated experience managing ATO compliance
• Experience using IFS an advantage but not essential
• Exposure to project-based revenue recognition, fixed assets and contract accounting environments

Be rewarded at CPP.

Benefits include:

• Above-market salary package with annual reviews
• Annual bonus, discretionary based on individual and business performance
• We offer flexible working options, with the ability to work from home
• Access to study assistance for continuous development, and a strong focus on internal promotions to help you grow within
• 16 weeks paid primary parental leave and 6 weeks paid secondary parental leave
• Up to 2 weeks of purchased leave
• We actively invest in AI capability, providing access to premium AI subscriptions to help you work smarter, solve complex problems and deliver better outcomes
• Choice between an iPhone or Samsung mobile
• Generous employee referral program up to $4,000
• Access to an extensive benefits and discounts program with savings at over 400 retailers
• Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing

CPP is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a culture of achievement, personal development and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.