Project Accountant

Fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing architecture practice of approximately 30 staff. This role ensures the successful management of project finances and is pivotal in supporting business operations with day-to-day finances. You will be responsible for supporting the Project Leads across all projects to ensure monthly and annual reporting is completed accurately and in a timely manner.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly invoicing
• Preparation of any additional documentation required by Clients to support monthly invoice claims
• Support Project Leads and Financial Controller in ensuring all client agreements are executed and that invoicing, and payment terms are understood to ensure prompt and smooth Project invoicing
• Assist Project Leads in identifying and preparing variations
• Setup and maintain projects and phases in BQE for new and existing projects
• Assist Project Leads in the setup and maintenance of Project Budgets and resourcing to ensure accurate reporting of resource allocations
• Assist the Financial Controller in the maintenance of project forecasting data via regular liaison with Project Leads
• Maintain project fee trackers ensuring subconsultant fees are reconciled and preparation of monthly subconsultant accrual journals
• Preparation of monthly Project Profitability reports as part of month end accounting function, including analysis of project performance and identifying project financial risks
• Ensure timesheets are completed on a weekly basis and assist the Accountant in reconciling payroll-related timesheet items
• Assisting Project Leads with project financial reports as required
• Debtor management and credit control.

• Good knowledge and experience in general ledger reconciliation
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and accounting software experience
• Demonstrated experience in ERP systems
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with high attention to detail
• Qualifications in accounting/business preferred
• Strong numerical and analytic skills
• Experience within architecture, construction or property 

• Vibrant studio in the cool inner fringe
• A progressive and inclusive culture
• Flexible working environment 
• Well structured studio with exciting initiatives