Project Accountant

Illawarra Mercury; Coniston; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in Brisbane seeks a Project Accountant to manage financial analysis and reporting for critical power projects. This role offers competitive remuneration and strong career growth opportunities. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of relevant experience, a finance qualification, and strong analytical skills. Join a collaborative team committed to delivering vital infrastructure projects.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Career development pathways

Perks@Downer benefits

Leadership & development programs

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in project accounting, management accounting, or a similar finance role.
• CA/CPA accreditation in progress (or willingness to obtain) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end reporting, project valuations, forecasting, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Provide analysis on salaries, wages, and overheads to support project profitability.
• Ensure financial controls are in place and adhered to.

Skills

Strong analytical

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Intermediate Microsoft Excel

Proactive mindset

Education

Tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, or Commerce

Job description

Downer's Energy & Utilities division is seeking a Project Accountant to join our Milton, Brisbane team. This role offers exposure to high-profile power projects and a clear pathway for career growth within a Tier 1 ASX listed organisation.

We are seeking a Project Accountant to join our Energy & Utilities - Power Projects team, based in Milton, Brisbane. Reporting to the Senior Project Accountant, this full-time role is suited to finance professionals with 2-3 years' experience looking to step into a role with greater responsibility and exposure to large-scale projects.

You will work closely with project and operational teams, providing financial analysis and reporting that supports the successful delivery of critical power projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to further develop your accounting expertise while building your career with a market-leading organisation.

What You'll Do

• Manage month-end reporting, project valuations, forecasting, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Provide analysis on salaries, wages, and overheads to support project profitability.
• Contribute to working capital management, including WIP, billings, and debtor reviews.
• Partner with project teams to ensure financial controls are in place and adhered to.
• Support new contract set-up, adhoc analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration and strong career development pathways.
• A collaborative team culture based in Milton, Brisbane.
• Access to Perks@Downer benefits, including discounts across travel, financial services, and wellbeing.
• Leadership & development programs such as THRIVE and EmpowHER, designed to support professional growth.
• Dedicated internal mobility support, ensuring long-term opportunities within Energy & Utilities and across Downer Group.
• The chance to work with a Tier 1 ASX listed company delivering some of Australia's most critical infrastructure projects.

What We're Looking For

• A tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, or Commerce.
• 2-3 years' experience in project accounting, management accounting, or a similar finance role.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• CA/CPA accreditation in progress (or willingness to obtain) is highly desirable.

About Energy & Utilities

Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate, and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial, and power generation sectors.

With industry-leading expertise, strong partnerships, and a commitment to safety and sustainability, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

Downer Group values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels they belong.

EEO Statement: Downer Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.