Project Accounting Lead (12m Secondment)

Fortescue; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortescue's Perth office is seeking a Finance Business Partnering professional for the Capital Projects portfolio on a 12‑month secondment. You will manage day-to-day project accounting, budgeting and forecasting, and collaborate with the Controls team and project stakeholders to drive timely insights.

Key duties include month-end close, cash forecasting oversight, and driver-based variance analysis, with a focus on accurate accounting in line with Group policies and a strong commitment to

Qualifications

• Experience in management accounting roles and close collaboration with project teams.
• CPA/CA qualification or active study.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word.

Responsibilities

• Close monthly and ensure accuracy across multiple projects.
• Prepare quarterly forecasts and annual budgets for capital projects.
• Provide financial support to project managers and cost control.
• Deliver driver-based variance analysis for business decisions.
• Identify and implement finance process improvements.
• Ensure accounting complies with Group policies and promote safety.

Skills

Management accounting

Analytical reporting

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Finance or Commercial degree

CPA or CA or in progress

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Anaplan

Job description

Fortescue's Perth office is seeking a Finance Business Partnering professional for the Capital Projects portfolio on a 12‑month secondment. You will manage day-to-day project accounting, budgeting and forecasting, and collaborate with the Controls team and project stakeholders to drive timely insights.

Key duties include month-end close, cash forecasting oversight, and driver-based variance analysis, with a focus on accurate accounting in line with Group policies and a strong commitment to