New Zealand - Waikato, Hamilton - NZ

Job Summary

• Has advanced knowledge of project accounting, providing support for the most complex and/or large scale projects.
  
• Under general direction, makes recommendations for project improvement based on review of financial results and knowledge of project(s).
  
• Researches general ledger account reconciliations, journal entry preparation and A/R cash adjustments.
  
• Works with customers or clients to gather and provide information.
  
• Reviews contracts for additional service opportunities and assist in converting project proposal into project budget.
  

Minimum Requirements

Our Hamilton Team is looking for a Project Controller to join our Civil Infrastructure team on a Part time basis (1/2 day)

The Role

As the Project Controller for Hamilton, you will be an integral member of the Operations team working autonomously in the Hamilton office. You will liaise with the Project Finance Lead, Area Manager and is responsible for the preparation of financial information relating to the projects within the Hamilton project portfolio. This includes daily interaction & liaison with Project Managers, maintaining the project management and financial system to accurately report project revenue recognition and meet financial reporting requirements for both internal project management and client reporting.

• Produce accurate and timely information to assist Project Managers in controlling costs on the project as well as produce formal financial reports
  
• Working within AECOM's Project Management system, which manages projects through the Project life cycle, and ensures accurate representation of the project within this system
  
• Support Project Managers in preparing proposals minimising AECOM's risk from a commercial perspective
  
• Review proposals scope, contracts and subcontracts to manage commercial / financial risks and maintain SOX compliance.
  
• Lead or participate in project health reviews with the project manager at times of scope change or at least monthly in order to:
  
• Identify financial risks and issues, establish a plan to resolve issues and proactively follow up to ensure the appropriate actions are taken
  
• Reduce daily Sales Outstanding Debtors by following up the coordination with project Managers and the Credit Controller
  
• Assist other Project managers as directed by the Project Finance team Leader
  

About You

• Ability to work autonomously and able to prioritise effectively
  
• Ability to communicate and influence at all levels
  
• Strong oral and written communication skills; report writing, development of proposals
  
• Demonstrated commercial acumen and the ability to develop relationships
  
• Ability to drive change as your team continues to adopt and adapt to a tool
  
• Solid understanding of accounting concepts and understands how project information relates to P&L reporting
  
• Competent in systems: Oracle, Project Management tools, MS office suite
  
• High level of financial/numeracy proficiency and understanding
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Appropriate tertiary qualification

What We Offer

When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is pioneering the future . Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions inclusion, diversity and overall employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only delivering a better world , but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.