Project Finance Administrator
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Job type: Full Time - Permanent
Location: Melbourne, Pakenham
Categories: Finance & Administration, Project Management

Who we are
Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure and facilities.
Position summary
Downer has a long history of delivering transport infrastructure projects under a variety of contracting models. Services include the design and construction of light rail, heavy rail, signalling, track and station works, rail safety technology, bridges and roads.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Finance Administrator to join the team based in the Outer Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne VIC, supporting our Infrastructure Project Team.

In this role you will work autonomously to provide effective administration support to the project site team across all areas of administration including financial, project reporting, month end process, payroll, purchasing, accounts payable, subcontractor agreements, cost control and invoicing as well as general administration duties.

ABOUT YOU:

• Experienced in Project Finance Administration with a good understanding of finance cost control reporting (experience in the use of JD Edwards will be well regarded).
• Must have had previous experience in providing accounts payable support.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles including P/L, Balance Sheet, Accruals, Month-end closing, Actual v Budget.
• Experienced in the use of MS Office with demonstrated analytical and project solving skills.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to work within challenging deadlines.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A workplace that pushes your business skills into high gear as you work on some of Australia's and the world's most interesting and meaningful projects.
• A rare opportunity to work for a major ASX listed company.
• The ability to build your professional career in a multi-disciplined business environment.
• A workplace that takes responsibility and accountability for the care and protection of peers, the business, the communities in which we operate, and the environment.

Downer works to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace that facilitates opportunity and respect. Our focus on gender and cultural inclusiveness is active and ongoing, and through various initiatives we aim to help close the gap between indigenous and non-indigenous communities.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply for this great opportunity please click the apply button.

For more information please contact Zoe Ferguson - Recruitment and Sourcing Business Partner - Infrastructure Projects zoe.ferguson@downergroup.com

Applications will not be accepted via email. Please submit your application via the advertisement. No agency CV's please.