Financial Accountant

026 Heidelberg Materials Australia Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Career development opportunities

Novated leasing options

EAP Health and wellbeing initiatives

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials Australia is seeking a Financial Accountant to join the National Accounting Team in Parramatta, NSW. The role focuses on delivering accurate financial reporting, insightful analysis, and commercial support across business units, reporting to the Senior Financial Accountant.

You will partner with operational stakeholders, perform month-end processing, forecasting, and assist with annual plans and budgets within a large national organisation offering development opportunities.

Qualifications

• CA/CPA or equivalent postgraduate qualification.
• Strong understanding of Australian and International Accounting Standards.
• Experience in a complex business environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete month-end processing and end-to-end reporting for designated units.
• Ensure reporting aligns with corporate deadlines.
• Support fixed assets, banking, leases and hierarchy maintenance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Financial acumen

Education

CA/CPA or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Financial Accountant Parramatta, NSW

About Heidelberg Materials Australia

Heidelberg Materials Australia is one of Australia's leading suppliers of construction materials, employing thousands of people across a national network of quarries, concrete plants, asphalt facilities, recycling centres, and logistics operations. With a proud history of supporting the country's infrastructure growth, we are committed to safety, sustainability, innovation, and investing in our people. Our success is built on collaboration, accountability, and creating opportunities for our employees to develop rewarding long-term careers.

The Role

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Financial Accountant to join our National Accounting Team based in Parramatta, NSW. Reporting to the Senior Financial Accountant, this role provides critical financial accounting support that contributes to the achievement of business objectives while supporting the broader operational accounting function. You will partner with operational stakeholders across the business, delivering accurate financial reporting, insightful analysis, and commercial support in a dynamic environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to further develop their career within a large national organisation that offers genuine opportunities for growth and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete month-end financial processing and end-to-end reporting for designated business units
• Ensure reporting is delivered in line with corporate and group reporting deadlines
• Support key areas of the financial accounting function, including fixed assets, banking, leases, and hierarchy maintenance
• Prepare monthly management reports and external reporting disclosures
• Provide monthly forecasting for business units within your portfolio
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances
• Ensure trial balance integrity to support tax effect accounting, income tax returns, and statutory reporting requirements
• Provide day-to-day accounting and commercial support to operational managers and operational accounting analysts
• Assist with the preparation of annual financial plans and budgets
• Support capital expenditure processes, including forecasting, asset under construction reviews, and capitalisation activities
• Support the integration of acquisitions into existing business processes and systems
• Reconcile project revenue entries against progress claims
• Identify and implement process improvement initiatives
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis and investigation of accounting issues
• Assist in the management of internal and external audit requirements

About You

You are an organised and commercially minded accounting professional with strong technical expertise and a commitment to delivering accurate and timely financial information.

Experience & Qualifications

• Relevant accounting and commercial experience CA, CPA, or equivalent postgraduate qualification
• Strong understanding of Australian and International Accounting Standards
• Sound knowledge of accounting policies and statutory compliance requirements
• Experience working within a complex business environment

Skills & Attributes

• Advanced SAP knowledge and experience
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and workflow systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Collaborative approach with a focus on supporting operational teams

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package
• Career development and progression opportunities across a national and global organisation
• Access to ongoing learning and professional development
• Material Benefits employee discounts program
• Novated leasing options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Health and wellbeing initiatives
• Paid parental leave and family-friendly policies
• Supportive and inclusive team environment
• The opportunity to contribute to a business helping build Australia's future infrastructure

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Heidelberg Materials Australia is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Applicants must have unrestricted Australian working rights to be considered for this position.

We'll Make It Happen

Shaping the future, building successes
Heidelberg Materials – your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry.
As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story.
Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions – setting new standards for the industry.
In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people.
With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own.
Let’s get to work!

About Heidelberg Materials

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.