Project Accountant
If you’re looking for a career with a company that has a ‘Can Do’ attitude, then look no further than Primero. We’re a team of skilled and determined problem solvers, who back our projects, and each other. We’re energised by our culture, anchored by our values, and driven to deliver for our clients. Join us if you take pride in having a ‘Can Do’ attitude.


About Us
Primero, a subsidiary of NRW Holdings, is a multi-national engineering, procurement, and construction business. Since we were founded in 2011, we’ve grown and diversified, delivering projects in over ten different countries, spanning five continents, from locations in Australia and North America. Our rapid growth is testament to our ability to deliver quality project outcomes, safely and on time.
Working with us you’ll learn from some of the brightest and smartest minds in the business, while delivering important projects throughout Australia and overseas, giving you the opportunity to gain access to unique experiences across a huge range of sectors, from gold to lithium and new energy.


Find out what a career at Primero can do for you.


Your Opportunity
In this position, you will be responsible for providing financial services for a billion-dollar gold project. Your primary focus will be on aligning the business plan with the project plan. This role calls for an individual who is proactive, hands-on, and possesses a can-do attitude. The ability to take initiative and assume responsibility will also be essential.
The role is located in our Perth CBD office.


Your Key Responsibilities

• Update, maintain and report the project cash flow forecast for direct and indirect costs.
• Prepare and report monthly accruals for direct and indirect costs.
• Payroll Accounting Management and Reporting
• Assist with ensuring the integrity of project cost data captured in the ERP system, including prompt rectification of coding errors.
• Assist and support internal Clients and key stakeholders with improving and developing accurate project financial reports.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of monthly payment claims.
• Provide support to the finance and project controls teams during all internal and external audits.
• Support the management of project accounting activities including revenue forecasting and revenue recognition.
• Ensure revenue forecasts and margin recognition is in accordance with Accounting Standards.
• Analysis of cost control data to transfer into project financial reports accurately and diligently.
• Assist in the payment of project foreign currency invoices.
• Review as required sub-contractor payment claims as a supporting role to package engineers, ensuring compliance with the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 2021 Western Australia.
• Analyse project financial data and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Collaborate with management, project controls and package engineers to ensure accurate project forecasting, accruals, and reporting.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly management reports for presentation to the leadership team ensuring that the month end reporting timeline is met.
• Compliance competence to Australian Accounting Standards.

What you ‘Can do’

• Tertiary qualification/s in Accounting/Business/Commerce or similar field.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Problem solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously and as a strong team contributor.
• Advanced analytical skills and advanced Microsoft skills, particularly Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively exercise initiative and discretion and maintain a high level of professionalism.
• Ability to multitask effectively.
• Experience preferred with asset management in the mining industry.
• Experience with Microsoft D365 and In Eight would be advantageous.
• 5+ experience in project accounting or related field.
• Experience working on large scale construction projects.
• Experience in cost reimbursable construction projects (labour and non-labour costs).
• Hands on with a can-do attitude.
• Ability to use initiative and take responsibility.

What we ‘Can Do’ for you:

• Competitive Compensation
• Career Opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health and Wellbeing Support
• Benefits & Discounts
• Employee Referral Rewards

If you're looking for a career where you experience more 'Can Do', then we're the team for you.


Find out what a Primero career Can Do for you.


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Primero is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages female and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.


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Name

23517 - Project Accountant

Ref #

1269979

Date

Friday, August 30, 2024

Department

Taxation

Business unit

Finance

Position level

Graduate