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Form of workStantec Australia is looking for a Junior Project Accountant with relevant experience to join the Financial Services Functional Support team on a full time, ongoing basis. This is an exciting opportunity to perform a critical business role which provides support to project managers across Australia.
This position can be based in Melbourne or Perth!
Day to day tasks would involve:
- Assist with the setup of projects according to the financial systems and processes for Stantec Australia to ensure an efficient and effective service is provided to support the business in accordance with Stantec Australia and Project Management practices.
- Assimilate the technical knowledge of and ability to use Stantec Australia accounting software (job set-ups/close outs, monthly financial review and adjustments, invoicing etc), and be able to impart that knowledge to others.
- Assist in the preparation of project invoicing on a regular basis and in an accurate and timely manner.
- Assist the region to meet its key performance indicator targets regarding unbilled revenue, invoicing, debt collection and other financial indicators as required.
- Provide timely and accurate financial reporting to projects managers and other key staff.
- Assist project managers with contract administration as required on a project by project basis.
- Assist the Project Accounting Manager in rolling out new initiatives..
- Any other administration/finance tasks requested from time to time by Stantec Australia management.
To be successful for this role you'll need:
- Tertiary qualification in Accounting or similar, preferred but not essential
- Ability to adapt to different situations and organise priorities autonomously to meet deadlines
- Understanding of internal controls or SOX principles, preferred but not essential. Otherwise, an interest in learning
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience in ERP systems
- Great attention to detail and organizational skills
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills to interact with a broad range of audiences in multiple countries
- Relevant previous work experience
- Positive, can-do attitude
What we offer
Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
- Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home
- Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
- Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
- Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
- A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
- Professional Memberships
- Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
- Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
- Service Recognition Awards
- Employee Assistance Program
About Stantec
The Stantec community unites approximately 28,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.
Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.
Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind.
We care about the communities we serve—because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
