AddressPurpose of role:
As Australia’s most trusted manufacturer of natural health products 15 years running, and one of the Financial Reviews Best Places to Work in 2023, it couldn’t be a better time to join a truly purpose-led brand that places wellbeing and workplace flexibility at the heart of our culture! We are excited to offer the role of a Project Accountant.
This Project Accountant will be responsible for managing the financial aspects of IT projects, including budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, reporting and auditing. This role will work closely with IT project managers, the finance team and the vendors to ensure the accuracy and compliance of project financials. This role will also provide financial analysis and recommendations to support the decision making and for performance improvement of the IT projects.
Responsibilities include:
- Prepare and uphold the project budget and forecasts, tracking actual costs and variances.
- Review and sanction project invoices and expenditures, ensuring prompt and precise billing and collections.
- Compile and deliver project financial reports and dashboards, offering insights and explanations on the financial status and performance of the project.
- Perform project financial audits and reviews, upholding compliance with company policies and vendor contracts.
- Detect and address project financial risks and issues, escalating them when necessary.
- Work in tandem with IT project managers, the finance team, and vendors to settle any financial inquiries and disputes related to the project. Aid IT project managers in project planning, execution, and closure, providing financial advice and support.
- Enhance the project financial procedures and systems continuously, adopting best practices and standards.
- Provide assistance on various projects as needed, including Group Finance-related projects and as a financial resource on interdisciplinary projects.
What we offer?
- Opportunities to support your local community through paid community leave
- 20 weeks gender neutral paid parental leave
- Flexible working across most of our roles
- Great benefits to support your health and wellbeing, including access to discounted products
- Mental health support for you and your family through our Sonder assistance program
Who are you?
- A Chartered Accountant (CA / CPA) or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
- At least 3 years of experience in project accounting, preferably in the IT industry.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices relating to project management methodologies, and financial software and tools.
Blackmores Group is a leading natural health company with proud Australian heritage, with extensive reach across Asia Pacific. Founded by visionary naturopath Maurice Blackmore in 1932, our vision is to connect every person on earth to the healing power of nature by combining our knowledge of nature and science to deliver quality health solutions to people and their pets everywhere, every day.
Blackmores Group operates in over 13 markets, with headquarters and a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Australia, and offices across South East Asia and China.
Agencies please note: this recruitment assignment is being managed directly by Blackmores Talent Acquisition team. We will reach out to our preferred agency partners if required. Your respect for this process is appreciated.
