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Form of workAt Unitywater, we operate in a diverse and inclusive environment where no two days are the same. We provide essential water supply and reliable utilities services to the Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Noosa regions that account for 16% of Queensland’s population. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we are proud to service our communities with smart and environmentally sustainable practices.
We think a pretty good job starts here ………
About the role:
We are seeking a dynamic, proactive and detail-oriented Project Accountant to join our Corporate, Strategy and Performance team. Reporting to the Management Accounting Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing the financial aspects of our various projects, ensuring accurate accounting practices, driving improvement in end-to-end project processes and activities, analysing financial data and providing insightful recommendations to management. You will collaborate closely with Project Managers, the Enterprise Portfolio Management Office (EPMO) and the Project Support teams.
The key objectives of this position are to provide efficient project accounting support by managing the following key activities:
- End to end financial performance management of projects.
- Partnering approach with Project Managers, the EPMO and Project Support teams.
- Provision of hands on financial support to projects with a focus on performance improvement and understanding of data drivers
- Efficient delivery of project accounting processes and improvement of accounting systems and tools.
- Input, reconciliation and production of project budgets, forecasting, monthly financial transactions, and monthly reporting packs.
- Taking a proactive and advocating role in enterprise based improvement and change, setting the tone for a positive working culture.
- Meeting key accounting period timeframes for reporting.
About you:
To contribute to Unitywater’s values of Reliability, Safety, Honesty & Integrity, Efficiency, One Team, Innovation, you will demonstrate the following skills and qualities for the role:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting and/or Commerce.
- Membership of, or working towards membership of, an appropriate professional organisation (CPA/CA qualified).
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills are essential.
- Demonstrated time management skills to plan and deliver reporting requirements within timelines and to agreed objectives.
- Experience in financial analysis and reporting, business planning, developing costing, formulating and monitoring budgets, forecasting and accounting processes.
- A strong attention to detail.
- The ability to interrogate data and provide relevant financial reports to business managers.
- Well-developed communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills including the ability to effectively communicate at all levels both internally and externally.
- Demonstrated attributes of drive, reliability and flexibility with the ability to identify and manage strategic issues.
Why is a career at Unitywater a pretty good choice?
Unitywater is one of the largest employers in the region, offering continuous investment in training, diverse career paths, health and wellness benefits, flexible work arrangements and a rewarding environment. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment that supports individuals to reach their full potential.
Proudly Unitywater:
We know that we are smarter, better, together. That’s why we are committed to working in a team that values the unique contributions of all our people. At Unitywater we support candidates with all abilities and diverse backgrounds to apply.
It’s a pretty good place to work when you can support the community, focus on sustainability and develop and learn interesting and innovative things.
How to apply:
Please apply online following the links, and make sure to upload your up to date CV.
If you’re successful we will need you to undergo a few checks. We know they might not be the fun part, but you will need to right to work in Australia and complete relevant pre-employment checks, including verification of criminal history, drivers licence and driving history, alcohol and other drug screening.
Applications close: Friday 5th April 2024
At Unitywater we are proud to be a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we care about our candidates and commit to respond to every applicant.
For further information or to request the position description for this role, please contact the Careers team at *******@unitywater.com
