Financial Accountant

About Ghella

With a proud 130-year history, Ghella has been pivotal in executing landmark infrastructure projects worldwide, including the historic Suez Canal and major transport developments in Australia. Join our team to help shape communities and champion sustainable infrastructure for generations to come.

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Financial Accountant to bolster our Finance team, focusing on significant infrastructure projects throughout Australia. This role within a global construction environment is crucial for financial reporting, project accounting, and compliance. You will collaborate closely with project teams and senior finance professionals to enhance business performance and enable well-informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, including handling journals, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Compile statutory and management reports while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger across multiple entities and projects.
• Manage project accounting tasks such as cost allocation, Work in Progress (WIP) reporting, cost tracking, and analysis of variances.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and continuous supervision of financial outcomes across projects and business units.
• Prepare GST, FBT, and other mandatory statutory reports while aiding with intercompany transactions, group reporting, and audits.
• Drive improvements in accounting processes, financial reporting, system usage, and internal controls.
• Collaborate with project teams and finance stakeholders to deliver accurate financial insights supporting sound business decisions.

Candidate Profile

• Established experience in Australian financial or project accounting.
• Background in construction, infrastructure, engineering, or other project-driven industries.
• Thorough knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards (AASB) and statutory reporting obligations.
• Proficient with advanced Excel capabilities to effectively analyze and interpret financial data.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, or equivalents is highly desirable.
• Professional accounting qualifications like CA or CPA are considered a strong advantage.

Why Work With Us

• Join a supportive, cooperative team in an international company.
• Experience working with project accounting, comprehensive financial reporting, and multinational operations.
• Access opportunities for professional growth and career advancement in a vibrant business environment.

Additional Information

Applicants must possess unrestricted work rights in Australia.

Ghella is committed to equal opportunity employment and celebrates diversity. We strive to foster an inclusive workplace environment welcoming candidates of all races, colors, religions, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations, national origins, disabilities, ages, or veteran statuses.