Project Accountant – 12 Month Contract

**Please note: this is a full-time, fixed-term contract position covering a 12-month duration**

About Woods Bagot

Woods Bagot is a People Architecture company placing human experience at the center of our design process to create and deliver engaging, future-oriented projects that respond to the way people actually use space.

With a team of over 850 experts working across 17 studios in Australia, New Zealand, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and North America, our Global Studio model allows us to work collaboratively across time zones and borders, using the latest technology to share design intelligence and strengthen our knowledge base around the world.

About the Role

The Project Accountant is responsible for overseeing project accounting, studio administration, and management accounting. This role also provides support to the Studio Executive, Studio Leaders, and Project Leaders across the Sydney Hub, which includes the Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth studios.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing project accounting and reporting for the studio, including but not limited to revenue recognition, billing, tracking project completion percentages, forecasting project revenue and resources, and project reconciliation.
• Supporting the Studio Leadership, Project Leader and staff on all project finance related matters and ensuring all financial requests for information are delivered accurately and within the required time frame.
• Prioritising and resolving requests for additional information or clarification, particularly those that may be conflicting or challenging to meet within the given deadlines.
• Leveraging the broader finance network, in collaboration with the Regional Finance Manager, to enhance support and efficiency in your role.

About You

The successful candidate will have previous experience managing budgets and finances for multiple large-scale commercial projects. The individual will also possess the relevant bachelor’s degree and CA/CPA qualification.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• Bachelors Degree or Certificate in Business, Accounting or Commerce.
• 4+ years in an accounting role, with experience in project accounting.
• CA or CPA qualification.
• A high level of skill in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook is essential.
• Knowledge of BST project management system is highly desirable.
• High level of attention to detail with rigorous follow up.
• Ability to prioritise tasks & manage time effectively.
• Ability to work well within a team as well as autonomously.
• Agile and able to adapt to change.
• Strong written & verbal communication skills.

How to Apply

Please submit your up-to-date resume via our Project Accountant LinkedIn job post. Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or names from agencies. Mandatory requirement: It is an essential requirement that at the time of applying for this position applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia (an Australian citizen or Permanent Resident).

Inspiration. Innovation. Inclusiveness. We are Woods Bagot.

Woods Bagot is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

At Woods Bagot, we are committed to creating an environment where difference is celebrated, valued, and respected, practices are equitable, and our people feel like they belong. We accept that none of us is smarter than all of us. We believe building a diverse workforce is the foundation to creativity and innovative design – it is only by working together that we can realise the potential of our people, clients, and communities around us. Through our inclusive leadership and our truly global studio network of strategists, experience designers and scientists, you will find your voice and have the support and flexibility required to bring your whole self to work and build an exceptional career.