The Eastern Busway is a significant project for Auckland and forms a key part of the region's rapid transport network. Similar to the Northern Busway, it will create separate lanes for new high-frequency bus services to connect people from Botany, Pakuranga and the surrounding suburbs with the rail network in Panmure.
The project includes cycling and walking paths, safety, environment and roading improvements, and a Reeves Road flyover, giving people a range of travel options and more reliable journey times.
As the Project Accountant for this exciting project your role will be to deliver general financial and administration support to key internal and external stakeholders in an accurate, timely and efficient manner.
Some of the key objectives for this role will be:

• Assist with the setting up and maintenance of the site-based stand-alone accounts and costing system and its master files
• Assist the finance team with the development and implementation of process, policy and system improvements in relation to the Accounts Payable area.
• Assist Commercial Manager in the preparation of the cash flow, Project P&L, profit recognition,.
• Conduct the analysis of financial accounts to make adjustments as appropriate and ensure reliability and correct registration of financial information in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted standards and procedure.
• Undertake regular updating and reconciliation of key general ledger ·accounts and manage the supplier statements of accounts
• Supervise and liaise with site based project teams to ensure timely and complete processing of new supplier and employee accounts set up.
• Assist with preparation of all statutory reporting
• Assist with processing of incoming creditor invoices and Subcontractor claims including Subcontractor management within financial system

Sound like a big role? It sure is and that is just a snapshot of what you will be doing in this role. We need someone with the right skillset, knowledge and can-do attitude to get in and make it happen, here's what else you will need to bring to the table:

• Sound understanding of financial processes and business acumen
• Attention to detail
• Excellent communicator (written, verbal and listening)
• Continuous improvement focus
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise work
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Not afraid to ask questions and share ideas

Interested? How do I apply?Ready for the challenge and want to align your goals with ours? If so, we would love to hear from you! Please apply directly online.
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