Australia, Springwood
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: 3 years
Closing: 28 January 2025

Introduction

Our client is an award winning, Building Company with projects currently underway southeast of Brisbane & more scheduled for 2025. We urgently need an experienced Accounting Manager from the construction industry.

This key role will be instrumental in driving the company's growth by fostering and maintaining strong relationships with their largest clients. Additional responsibilities supporting the project team will offer you a diverse roll and keep you on your toes!

What are you going to do 

Key Competencies

  • Accounting Software: Proficiency in MYOB, data entry, payroll processing (STP), BAS, PAYG, TPAR, and EOFY reconciliations.
  • Payroll & Timesheets: Experience managing staff timesheets, processing payroll for 25+ employees, and handling superannuation, payroll tax, and other statutory obligations.
  • Financial Reporting: Preparation of P&L, balance sheets, and monthly management reports; experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cost center management.
  • Accounts Payable & Receivable: Processing invoices, reconciling accounts, managing credit card expenses, and handling collections.
  • Tax Compliance: Monthly/quarterly BAS, IAS, and other ATO filings, including superannuation and payroll tax lodgments.
  • Inventory & Asset Management: Maintaining asset registers, managing stocktakes, auditing variances, and overseeing equipment and fleet.
  • Intercompany & Cash Flow Management: Complex intercompany reconciliations, cash flow forecasting, and monthly retention reconciliation.

Operational Skills

  • System and Procedure Setup: Experience establishing accounting procedures, system integrations, and managing invoice financing (NAB and Procore).
  • Administrative Support: Assisting senior management, preparing meetings, handling correspondence, and maintaining office administration.
  • Compliance: Familiarity with WHS protocols for Queensland, including office safety, equipment tagging, and first aid.
  • Vendor & Supplier Relations: Establishing strong supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, and managing contract terms.
  • Marketing & Client Development: Developing business leads, coordinating marketing initiatives, and managing social media platforms.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Project Management Support: Entering quotes and estimates, tracking project costs, and managing construction documentation.
  • Financial Strategy: Reviewing loan terms, planning asset acquisitions, and tracking debt against project cash flow.
  • Team Leadership & Support: Supervising junior team members, managing team bonding activities, organizing training sessions, and overseeing onboarding processes.
  • Technology Management: Competency in MS Office, Procore, Deputy, and other software systems with the ability to troubleshoot and adapt to new programs.
  • Reporting & Reconciliation: Daily bank reconciliations, intercompany account management for 5+ entities, and ensuring compliance in financial reports.

Special Requirements

  • Accounts Handbook & Policy Adherence: Ensuring adherence to company policies on credit card usage, expense limits, and Deputy and Procore training.
  • Supplier & Inventory Management: Managing tool registers, vehicle and equipment insurance renewals, and coordinating deliveries.
  • Budgeting & Cost Control: Forecasting GST and cash flow, organizing quotes for business improvements, and optimizing supplier savings.

Essential skills and knowledge 

What you bring personally

  • Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Strong time management and prioritization skills.
  • Professional, confident, and well-presented demeanor.
  • Highly organized with excellent communication skills.
  • Demonstrates reliability, punctuality, and a strong commitment to the role.
  • Team-oriented with a proactive attitude and a willingness to assist wherever needed.
  • Enthusiastic about checklists, organization, and adherence to systems and procedures.

SKILLS REQUIRED

What we offer 

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

We offer a competitive salary package, as well as the opportunity to work with a talented and dedicated team.

  • Generous base salary plus holiday getaways yearly
  • Exciting career growth opportunities as the business continues to grow

Please ensure you send a cover letter and resume to Sharon @ s.pearl@brunel.net.

Remuneration package framed around the relevant industry award and will be commensurate with the experience and skills of the successful candidate .

We thank all applicants for their interest in Concept, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days. 
 

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview. 

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

Do you have questions?

SP

Sharon Pearl

+61 8 9429 5652