Project Accountant
Jasmax, New Zealand
Job Description
- Parnell, Auckland Central Location
- Professional Services Environment
- Relaxed and supportive culture
Jasmax is an established multi-disciplinary architecture and design practice with a rich heritage spanning more than 60 years. With three studios in New Zealand, and one in Australia, we pride ourselves on developing our people to deliver world class projects. We value biculturalism, sustainability, meaningful design and mana whenua engagement.
Our portfolio of projects includes the New Zealand Pavilion at Dubai Expo 2020, City Rail Link station designs, new AUT buildings, modern schools, mixed-use and multi-unit residential projects, and others still under wraps.
At Jasmax, we see it as our purpose to maximise the human experience and enhance the world around us. Our values are at the heart of what we do and shape our projects.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Accountant to join the finance team.
Reporting to the Commercial Manager, this role will see you drive project profitability by reviewing project performance, liaising with project teams, and providing sound commercial advice to improve profitability.
Having relevant previous experience, along with strong commercial acumen, you’ll quickly become a trusted advisor in relation to the portfolios you’ll support. The Project Architects will be looking to you to provide guidance on project profitability, identifying potential concern and ways to implement solutions.
Regular weekly and monthly financial management of projects through the project lifecycle will be yours to own. This will include billing, forecasting, variance investigating and payment claims.
Weaving continual improvement into your day-to-day will see you bring fresh and innovative ways of managing your portfolio, and to the wider finance project team.
Requirements
- A tertiary qualification in Commerce/Finance/Accounting, CA beneficial but not required.
- 5 years’+ experience ideally within the architecture, construction, engineering or other parallel industry.
- Proven experience in understanding the drivers behind profitability and understanding the accounting implications in relation to project management.
- Strong commercial acumen with experience in assisting internal stakeholders in a financial support capacity.
- Strong relationship building skills and ability to work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
- Someone with an inquiring mind who promotes innovation and change.
- Strong Excel knowledge. Experience with the project software, Deltek VantagePoint advantageous but not essential.
Benefits
Located just outside of Auckland’s CBD, Jasmax is easy to get to with transport links close by, and plenty of surrounding eateries and cafes to choose from. We offer a stylish office space, and we are passionate about sustainability. We are socially connected with weekly talks and regular social events such as Friday drinks, Christmas, and mid-year celebrations. This along with sporting events and book clubs etc ensure a positive and collaborative culture. Your health and wellbeing are important to us - flexible working arrangements, EPA services, and discounted health insurance.
Jasmax is an advocate for equal employment opportunities. We are committed to creating spaces that value diversity and inclusion and are free from discrimination and harassment, not just for our people but for all people. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, ethnicity, religion, or disability. We are also Rainbow Tick certified.
To find out more about Jasmax visit our website www.jasmax.com. To find out more about the role, you are welcome to call Tracey Church021-303-301, or email. Otherwise, please click on the link below to apply.
Applications close Monday 4 December. Interviews may take place prior to this date.
Please note, to be considered, you will require valid work rights for New Zealand.