Project Accountant

What’s on offer 

• Competitive Salary Package: $120,000 incl super (negotiable for the right candidate)


• Flexible work arrangements: After training and demonstrating independence in the role flexibility can be negotiated with the manager


• Option to work closer to home: Once you’re confidently established in the position, we can consider flexible work from our Stapylton, Richlands or Baringa depots, with periodic attendance at the West End office.


• CPA qualified? Ventia will cover the annual renewal fees.


• Not CPA qualified? For the right individual, Ventia offer a Study Assistance program to support you in furthering your qualifications.


• Access to a variety of Health and Wellness initiatives - including the EAP, Ventia's Healthy Minds program and Healthy Bodies program 


• Employee benefits such as corporate travel discounts, Novated leases, private health discounts, credit discounts with retailers Australia wide including Woolworths, Coles, Booking.com and Expedia 

About the Project

Supporting our client Seqwater, Ventia deliver preventative, corrective and reactive maintenance along with electrical, mechanical and instrumental services across its water network. Servicing across 35 water treatment plants, 95 pump stations and 26 referable dams.

About the Role 

You will play a key role in supporting the project by delivering efficient and accurate accounting services with a focus on month‑end activities, adhoc financial analysis and client billing.

Key responsibilities include, but not limited to: 

• Prepare and review cost accruals and revenue


• Review sales data, digital timesheets and purchase orders for customer billing, respond to customer queries and issue monthly invoices


• Conduct financial analysis and deep dives to support decision-making and project reviews.


• Monitor and investigate variance analysis, operating expenses and billing accuracy


• Complete month-end and year-end close processes, including checklist setup and approval. 


• Respond to stakeholder requests including clients, auditors, and compliance bodies.

About you  

You are a proactive and independent Project Accountant who brings:

• Exceptional attention to detail, especially in data analysis and reporting


• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders


• High proficiency in SAP – integrating data for reporting and insights


• Experience in Ariba advantageous – purchase order management


• Understanding of Work Order systems and interrogation of data


• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel capability, including automation, macros, advanced formulas, pivot tables, and lookups


• The ability to coach and support others, sharing knowledge to build team capability

About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate. 

Diversity    
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.    

How to apply    
If you are looking to expand your career with a business that rewards and values its employees, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.    

Position Reference Number: 166136