Sunnybank Location, help shape growth and grow with the company Own the finance function in a Tier 1, project-driven company Have real autonomy and impact working alongside the Director and GM Own the Numbers. Drive the Business. Lead from the Front. Our client, a Tier 1 electrical contractor, is looking for an experienced Company Accountant to take full ownership of their finance function. This is a rare opportunity to work directly alongside the Director and GM in a hands-on, high-impact role within a project-driven environment. If you understand construction, thrive in fast-paced project settings, and want real autonomy, this is your move. What You'll Do: - Take ownership of the full finance function across multiple entities - Manage end-to-end financial operations including AP, AR, payroll, and reconciliations, with support from an administration and payroll team. - Lead cashflow forecasting, monitoring, and reporting - Prepare monthly P&L, balance sheet, and supporting reports - Oversee WIP, accruals, prepayments, and project cost tracking - Partner with project teams to provide financial insights and performance reporting - Manage and optimise ERP systems (JobPac preferred) - Lead and mentor administration and site-based support staff - Liaise with external accountants on compliance and reporting You Bring: - 5 years' experience in a similar accounting role - Strong background in construction or project-based environments (Tier 1 highly regarded) - Solid understanding of WIP, project costing, and multi-entity structures - Experience with ERP systems (JobPac highly regarded) - Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail - Proven leadership experience managing admin or support teams - Commercial mindset with the ability to operate both strategically and hands-on Why Join: - Work directly with the Director and GM—real influence on business decisions - Own and shape the finance function in a growing company - Strong pipeline of secured work across the construction sector - Modern, air-conditioned office in Sunnybank - Support from an external accounting firm - Long-term opportunity with genuine career impact - Competitive salary up to $150K Super Why Choose Smith & Co? At Smith & Co, we recruit differently. We're relationship-led, straight-talking, and focused on outcomes—not fluff. We partner closely with both clients and candidates to ensure the right long-term fit. Fast, honest, and effective—that's how we move.
