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About the Role

BGIS is seeking an experienced Senior Project Accountant to support the financial management, reporting, and commercial performance of its growing Advisory Services portfolio. This role involves collaborating with project teams, operational stakeholders, and finance colleagues to deliver accurate project accounting, forecasting, reporting, and financial insights. The ideal candidate will enjoy building relationships and working with numbers, partnering with Project Managers and stakeholders across Australia to gather information, provide guidance, and ensure projects are tracked accurately.

Responsibilities

Maintain and update Work in Progress (WIP) reporting using project data provided by Project Managers.
Prepare monthly client billings, revenue accruals, expense accruals, and supporting documentation.
Assist with Percentage of Completion (PoC) calculations and project revenue recognition activities.
Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
Support month-end reporting activities, including reconciliations, margin analysis, and financial reporting.
Prepare and contribute to cash flow reporting and project financial analysis.
Partner with Project Managers to provide guidance on budgets, project costs, and financial processes.
Support audit activities by preparing documentation and responding to information requests.
Deliver financial training and support to operational stakeholders where required.
Identify opportunities to improve reporting, controls, and financial processes.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years' experience in accounting, finance, or project accounting roles.
Demonstrated experience preparing Percentage of Completion (PoC) calculations.
Strong understanding of IFRS 15 and project revenue recognition principles.
Experience preparing financial reports, reconciliations, accruals, and month-end reporting.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial information and provide meaningful insights.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet reporting deadlines.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, along with proficiency in Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Experience within project-based environments such as construction, engineering, consulting, professional services, or project management (desirable).
Experience with ERP systems, project accounting software, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting (desirable).
Experience supporting Project Managers and operational teams with financial guidance (desirable).
Experience delivering financial training to non-financial stakeholders (desirable).
Strong interest in continuous improvement and process enhancement initiatives (desirable).
Full working rights in Australia.

Skills

Accounting
Finance
Project Accounting
Percentage of Completion (PoC) calculations
IFRS 15
Project revenue recognition
Financial reporting
Reconciliations
Accruals
Month-end reporting
Stakeholder engagement
Communication
Analytical skills
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft PowerPoint
ERP systems
Project accounting software
Budgeting
Forecasting
Cash flow reporting

Location

Sydney CBD, NSW

Work Type

Full-Time
Permanent
Hybrid (3 Days Office, 2 Days WFH)

Experience Level

Senior
Minimum 5 years' experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
CA or CPA qualified or actively working towards completion.

Benefits

Spot recognition vouchers
$2,000 employee referral bonus
Access to Flare for discounts across retailers, energy, utilities & much more!
Fitness Passport (access for you and your family to gyms and aquatic centres nationwide)
Employee discounts
Optional yearly paid flu vaccination vouchers
AFR Best Places to Work 2024 & 2025
Winner of Inspiring Workplaces Award 2025
Career progression through secondments & internal mobility
Recognised by WORK180 as a Top 5 Employer for career development opportunities
Endorsed by Work180 as an employer of choice for women
Health perks including EAP, wellness programs & flu vaccinations

About the Company

BGIS is a global leader in integrated facilities management, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to clients across various industries.
We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of safety, efficiency, and operational excellence.

Equal Opportunity

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and we strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Be part of a workplace that values diversity, safety, sustainability, and continuous innovation.