Management Accountant

Geocon Group; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Geocon rebates on residential Purch/FY

Hotel discounts at Iconic Hotels

Health & wellbeing programs

Continuous in-house training

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Geocon Group in Canberra seeks a highly motivated Management Accountant who collaborates closely with project teams to deliver robust financial, taxation and compliance outcomes. You will partner with the CFO and development leadership to support construction and development programs, ensuring accuracy in forecasts and financial controls.

You will manage month-end activities, project WIP reviews and balance sheet reconciliations, with focus on cost control, tax compliance and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CA/CPA qualification or progression advantageous.
• Experience in corporate/project accounting preferred.
• Construction or property industry experience is valued.
• Strong Excel and data forecasting abilities expected.

Responsibilities

• Run month-end activities including accruals and prepayments.
• Review monthly results, forecasts and variances.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Lodge BAS and payroll tax
• Oversee weekly payroll under EBA and produce wage cost reports.
• Support with tax workpapers and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with ATO, auditors and regulators during external audits.
• Assist Finance team with ad hoc projects.

Skills

Finance data analysis

Forecasting

Excel proficiency

Communication

Self-motivated

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

CA/CPA qualified or pursuing

Tools

MS Dynamics 365

Salesforce

Power BI

Job description

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
• Clear 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