Management Accountant

UGL; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and supportive team culture

Ongoing learning and career growth

Inclusive workplace

Opportunity to work on a major rail/NS

Job summary

UGL Transport invites applications for a Management Accountant to join the Finance team in Kangy Angy, NSW. You will partner with operational leaders to deliver accurate financial reporting, governance and insights that drive performance for the New Intercity Fleet business.

The role is on-site five days a week, working with a proactive team focused on safety, reliability and sustainable transport outcomes for NSW. Experience in rail or transport sectors is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in management accounting or similar roles.
• Strong Excel skills including pivot tables and financial analysis.
• Exposure to SAP or similar ERP systems; understanding of cost accounting and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end reporting and financial close activities.
• Prepare monthly financial and project reporting, analyzing labour, materials and overhead costs.
• Assist operational leaders to identify financial risks, opportunities and forecast outcomes.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and investigate outstanding items.
• Maintain fixed asset, equipment and leasing registers.
• Support accounts receivable, invoicing and cash collection processes.
• Assist with audit requirements and statutory compliance obligations.
• Deliver financial analysis and ad hoc reporting to support decision-making.

Skills

Excel (Pivot tables)

Stakeholder engagement

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

CPA/CA studies

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Play a key role in a major Australian rail project
• Business partnering opportunity
• Permanent Full-Time role, located in Kangy Angy

• Play a key role in a major Australian rail project
• Business partnering opportunity
• Permanent Full-Time role, located in Kangy Angy

About UGL Transport

At UGL Transport, we don’t just build and maintain transport infrastructure — we help shape safer, more connected and more sustainable communities. Our people play a meaningful role in delivering essential services that make everyday life better, now and into the future.

We work alongside leading global organisations, government bodies and public institutions, using innovative and sustainable technologies across the transport sector. Just as importantly, we foster a culture where people feel respected, supported and empowered to grow.

We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded Management Accountant to join our Finance team in Kangy Angy, NSW. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with operational and project leaders, providing financial insights, governance and reporting that drive performance and support critical transport operations.

About Your Role

Reporting to the Senior Management Accountant, you will support financial performance across the New Intercity Fleet business by delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong financial controls and partnering with stakeholders to support informed business decisions.

• Support month-end reporting, journals, accruals and financial close activities.
• Prepare monthly financial and project reporting, including analysis of labour, materials and overhead costs.
• Assist operational leaders to identify financial risks, opportunities and forecast outcomes.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and investigate outstanding items.
• Maintain fixed asset, equipment and leasing registers.
• Support accounts receivable, invoicing and cash collection processes.
• Assist with audit requirements and statutory compliance obligations.
• Deliver financial analysis, business insights and ad hoc reporting to support strategic decision-making.

Please note: This role requires you to be on-site 5 days per week.

About You

We are interested in talented finance professionals from diverse backgrounds who can bring fresh perspectives and strong analytical capability to our team.

You Will Ideally Have

• Experience in management accounting, business finance or a similar role.
• Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and financial analysis.
• Exposure to SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• A collaborative approach and ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting or Finance and/or CPA/CA studies will be highly regarded.

Experience in rail, transport, defence, manufacturing, automotive or other safety-critical industries will be advantageous but is not essential.

Why Join UGL Transport?

• Work on one of Australia's most significant passenger rail projects.
• Flexible and supportive team environment.
• Ongoing learning, development and career growth opportunities.
• Inclusive culture where diversity of thought and experience is valued.
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact on the future of transport in NSW

A Workplace Where Everyone Belongs

At UGL Transport, we believe that diverse perspectives drive better outcomes. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and career paths, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, veterans, people living with disability and those returning to the workforce.

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply. If you're passionate about rail, engineering excellence and making a meaningful contribution to a high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you.

ID Ref: 269937

Primary Location

Australia-NSW-Central Coast & Gosford

Work Type

Full-time