Junior Accoutant (AU Campaign)

Purpose of the Role

The Junior Accountant supports the internal and client accounting operations of an Australian-based client by delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, managing day-to-day accounting processes, and ensuring high standards of financial control, compliance, and data integrity.

The role works collaboratively with the Finance and Commercial team to manage the end-to-end accounting cycle, including management reporting, cash flow and treasury oversight, invoicing, payroll, and compliance with relevant legislation and company policies.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Core Accounting and Reporting

• Contribute to the delivery of the end-to-end accounting function internally and for clients, including:
• Preparation and review of monthly management accounts
• Development of financial reports and commercial analysis to support decision-making
• Preparation and submission of BAS and IAS statements
• Preparation of Special Purpose Financial Reports and annual audit packs
• Coordination of taxation, audit, and compliance activities with external advisors
• Budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management for internal and client entities

Accounts Payable and Receivable

• Oversee and manage the input, coding, and approval of invoices in accordance with company and client procedures
• Review supplier invoices for accuracy, ensure appropriate GL allocation and authorisation, and resolve discrepancies with suppliers or internal teams
• Manage accounts receivable, ensuring timely and accurate client billing, payment tracking, and follow-up of outstanding amounts
• Prepare weekly payment runs, ensuring compliance with delegated financial authority limits
• Maintain up-to-date vendor and client records in accounting systems

Revenue and Billing

• Review recurring monthly and ad hoc revenue invoices to clients, ensuring accuracy, alignment with contracts, and compliance with service delivery milestones
• Reconcile invoice schedules to contracts and management reports

Treasury and Banking

• Support the management of bank accounts, cash flow forecasting, and treasury operations
• Assist in the administration of bank guarantees, letters of credit, and performance securities
  

Payroll and Employee Benefits

• Oversee fortnightly and monthly payroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely payment in accordance with awards, contracts, and statutory obligations.
• Reconcile payroll journals, superannuation, PAYG, and leave provisions.
• Process Improvement and Systems
• Review and continuously improve accounting processes, internal controls, and approval workflows.
• Participate in system changes, integrations, and upgrades (e.g., Xero, Power BI, Monday.com, and reporting tools).
• Identify automation and efficiency opportunities across finance operations.

Financial Compliance and Governance

• Ensure all financial records and reconciliations are maintained to a high audit standard in compliance with ISO 9001 and internal IMS requirements
• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing reconciliations, evidence, and commentary as required
• Maintain strict confidentiality and data security in line with company and SOCI compliance obligations

Business Partnering and Support

• Provide financial insights and support to Department Heads and the Country Manager
• Assist with the preparation of financial presentations, variance analyses, and business cases
• Support commercial contract management by validating financial obligations and key dates

Ad Hoc and Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to finance policy development and standardisation of client reporting formats.
• Undertake other finance and administrative tasks as required to support the business's operational and strategic goals.
  

Skills and Experience

Essential

• CA or CPA qualification (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a Management Accounting or Finance role
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards, reconciliation, and reporting
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Xero, MYOB, or equivalent)
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a small, high-performing team
• Demonstrated interest in or willingness to develop an understanding of the renewable energy industry

Desirable

• Experience in project finance management or multi-entity reporting.
• Familiarity with contract management systems, Power BI, or data analytics tools.

General

• Committed to the client's policies, procedures, and Code of Conduct for Australian operations
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and a continuous improvement mindset
• Works collaboratively across departments to uphold the client's standards of security, compliance, and performance