Project Accountant - Infra Finance Leader (Remote)

Ventia

Gold Coast City

On-site

AUD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Ventia is seeking a commercially focused Project Accountant to support the RAMC contract for Queensland Transport in Stapylton, QLD. You will oversee the financial performance, ensure accurate reporting, and maintain compliance with accounting standards and controls to help drive informed decision-making.

You will lead finance teams, manage budgets and WIP, and coordinate with Finance Partners and project teams to deliver timely financial insights.

Qualifications

Strong accounting expertise including standards, GL, reconciliations and project accounting.
CA/CPA qualified or actively pursuing qualification.
Strong commercial and project focus with margins and costs understanding.
Able to turn financial data into clear, actionable insights.
Experience with ERP/financial systems, preferably SAP; SAP Ariba desirable.
Power BI experience; Power Query and Power Apps highly regarded.
Proven commitment to process improvement and efficiency.
Strong stakeholder engagement across project, engineering and operations.
Experience in a Centre of Excellence or transactional finance environment.
Proactive, adaptable and collaborative with an agile approach.
Driver’s license and vehicle access due to limited public transport.

Responsibilities

Lead, support and develop finance administrators, allocating work for timely month-end activities.
Monitor budgets, costs, billing, profitability and variances; prepare financial reports and commentary.
Prepare and review journals, accruals and reconciliations; maintain accurate records and controls.
Establish and maintain project structures; review cost allocations and approve transfers.
Ensure accurate billing, approvals and collections; monitor WIP, cash flow and aged debtors.
Prepare budgets and forecasts with assumptions in collaboration with Finance Partners.
Drive continuous improvement; standardise accounting practices via the COE.
Partner with clients, project teams, auditors and compliance bodies for guidance.