Management Accountant

Geocon; North Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Geocon rebates

Hotel discounts

Health and wellbeing programs

Training and career development

Diverse property development firm

Job summary

Geocon in Canberra is seeking a Management Accountant who will partner with project managers and development teams, supporting financial compliance and forecasting. You will work closely with the CFO and Financial Controller to manage month-end processes, tax lodgements, and financial controls within a dynamic property development environment.

The role requires a degree in accounting or finance, CA/CPA qualification (or progress towards), and strong Excel/data forecasting skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• CA/CPA qualification or working towards it.
• Finance background in a corporate environment with project accounting experience is preferred.
• Construction or property industry experience is highly regarded.
• Strong Excel skills with data analysis and forecasting.
• Ability to improve systems and processes, not just run them.
• Clear communicator who can explain numbers to non-finance people.
• Organised, self-driven and able to handle shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with MS Dynamics 365, Salesforce or Power BI is a bonus.

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 cost forecasts and controls.
• Prepare and lodge BAS and payroll tax.
• Review and approve weekly construction workers' payroll (under EBA) and issue wage cost reports.
• Review and authorise commission, 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 ATO, auditors and regulators, and support annual external audit.
• Support the Finance team with ad hoc projects.

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

CA/CPA

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 and perks

• 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