Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant

Build Your Future with Ghella

At Ghella, our 130-year legacy includes delivering some of the world’s most iconic infrastructure projects – from the historic Suez Canal to Australia’s transformative transport developments. Join our team and contribute to projects that shape communities and drive sustainable infrastructure for future generations.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Financial Accountant to join our Finance team, supporting major infrastructure projects across Australia.

Working within a multinational construction environment, you will play a key role in financial reporting, project accounting and compliance, partnering closely with project teams and senior finance stakeholders to support business performance and informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage month-end, quarter-end and year-end close activities, including journals, reconciliations and supporting schedules
• Prepare statutory and management reports while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger across multiple entities and project operations
• Perform project accounting activities, including project cost allocation, WIP reporting, cost tracking and variance analysis
• Support budgeting, forecasting and the ongoing monitoring of financial performance across projects and business units
• Prepare GST, FBT and other statutory reporting requirements, while supporting intercompany transactions, group reporting and audit processes
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes, financial reporting, systems and internal controls
• Partner with project teams and finance stakeholders to provide accurate financial information and support informed business decision-making.

About You

• Solid experience in financial accounting or project accounting within Australia
• Previous experience in the construction, infrastructure, engineering or other project-based industries
• Strong understanding of Australian Accounting Standards (AASB) and statutory reporting requirements
• Advanced Excel skills, with the ability to analyse and interpret financial data
• Experience using ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards or similar is highly regarded
• CA or CPA qualification is highly regarded.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a collaborative and supportive team within a multinational organisation
• Gain exposure to project accounting, financial reporting and multinational operations
• Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career progression within a dynamic business.

Please note:

Applicants must have full working rights in Australia.

Ghella is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.