Australia, Springwood
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: 4-6 Years
Education Level: Professional Bachelor
Infrastructure
Closing: 25 April 2025

Introduction

Are you an experienced Accounts Officer from the construction industry, with a passion for numbers and a keen eye for detail? Our client is a renowned, forward thinking property developer who is on the lookout for a dedicated professional to join their dynamic team! If you thrive in the construction industry and are ready to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you!

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: Assisting Accounts Officer and other project staff
* Technology Management: Competency in MS Office, ProCore / ProScan, MYOB, 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 

  • Minimum 10 years in a fast paced accounts officer role, with at least 5 years within the construction industry in Australia
  • Proficiency in construction accounting software (ProCore, ProScan and MYOB or similar.
  • Srong written and verbal communication skills
  • Exceptional data entry skills with a keen eye for detail
  • Must be available 40 hours per week. Flexibility to WFH 1-2 days after period of settling in

What we offer 

If this role aligns with your skills and experience and you're eager to make an impact at a family-run construction company, please get in touch with Sharon at s.pearl@brunel.net and share your updated CV.

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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