Senior Project Accountant

Join a major projects business and make an immediate impact

Why this role

• Permanent opportunity supporting high-profile projects within UGL's growing business.
• Hybrid working arrangement with 3 days in our Southbank office and 2 days working from home.
• Own project financial performance end-to-end while partnering with operational stakeholders and senior leaders.

UGL specific

UGL provides engineering, construction, and maintenance services across industries including oil and gas, power, renewables, resources, water, defence, and telecommunications, in a fast-paced and ever-evolving environment.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our Projects Finance team based in Southbank, Melbourne. This is a permanent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who thrives in a project environment and enjoys partnering with operational teams to deliver strong financial outcomes.

Working closely with project managers and business stakeholders, you will be responsible for project financial reporting, billing, claims, cost control, month-end activities and stakeholder management. This role would suit someone who can confidently navigate complex conversations, challenge where required and build strong working relationships across the business.

An immediate start is available for the right candidate.

What we offer

• Hybrid working environment - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home.
• Permanent full-time position with long-term career opportunities.
• Exposure to major infrastructure, engineering and construction projects.
• Discounted Medibank health insurance.
• Individual Development Plan to support your career growth.
• Access to the UGL OneRewards Discount Program.
• Wellness Program supported by AIA Vitality.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage project financial reporting, forecasting, budget monitoring and month-end close activities.
• Coordinate billing, claims, invoicing and revenue recognition activities to ensure timely and accurate outcomes.
• Analyse project performance, cost centres, margins and project costs, providing meaningful insights to stakeholders.
• Partner with project managers and operational leaders to manage expectations, resolve issues and support commercial decision-making.
• Maintain project financial data within SAP and ensure compliance with contractual and reporting requirements.

About you

• CA or CPA qualified.
• Demonstrated experience in a Senior Accountant, Project Accountant or similar role within a project-based environment.
• Strong SAP experience is essential.
• Proven ability to influence, collaborate with and manage challenging stakeholder relationships across multiple levels.
• Strong analytical, communication and organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

About UGL

As a member of the CIMIC Group of companies, we value diversity in our team's backgrounds, ideas and work styles.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Discipline

Accountant

Primary Location

Australia-VIC-Melbourne CBD & Inner Suburbs

Work Type

Full-time