Accountant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to manage and deliver accurate financial statements, month-end reporting, and day-to-day bookkeeping. This role is responsible for performing account reconciliations, supporting the annual budgeting process, and ensuring tax-effective accounting practices. The accountant will also play a key role in maintaining compliance with project finance covenants and contributing to the overall financial integrity of the organisation.

• Financial Accounting and Settlement: Preparation of monthly financial closing for a number of onshore entities. Preparation of timely and accurate reports, preparing and interpreting of reports, accounts, commentaries and financial statements for monthly and annual financial reporting periods. Liaison with outsourced accounting providers as required to support financial closing. Support the end of financial year & half yearly reporting process including liaison with external auditors for the completion of Annual Reports. Review the fortnightly payment accuracy, coding and posting in general ledger. Monthly bookkeeping and management accounts for assigned entities, account reconciliation and review intercompany transactions. Review the monthly/quarterly GST filings and annual tax filings. Review the monthly, semi-annual and annual accounts of all VE related entities and ensure all transactions are captured and coded correctly in accordance with the company policies and AASB/IFRS. Ensure intercompany advances are cleared on monthly basis. Support with stakeholder relationships in relation to Vena Energy Australia (Auditors and lenders). Coordinate with auditors as focal point. Support as required for treasury requests (including cash balance reviews, fund request memo(s) and other liquidity requests). Support as required with revenue settlements (including Invoicing, Reconciliations, Collection of funds, Reviewing invoicing models and other support as required). Assist to prepare technical accounting papers where required (e.g. IFRS 16, impairment etc.). Assist to prepare regular cash flow forecasts and updating Anaplan for reporting.
• Management Accounting and Reporting: Assist in preparation of annual operating and capital budgets through a consultative process with the local and group teams. Assist with collating data and providing explanations for both internal and external auditors. Monitor project and capital expenditure against approved budget. Assist in preparing monthly financial management report for senior management. Interphase with accounting team in the offshore offices. Assist in providing any financial information and analysis requested by the business. Provide active coaching to the onshore team and timely support their queries.
• Improvements: Involvement in accounting and finance related policy issues including development and review of policies. Involvement in identifying and implementing financial system improvements, processes and procedures. This may include a transition to a new finance system. Involvement in the review of internal controls, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes. Interface with group accounting team, commercial team and respond to queries and ad hoc requests.

Essential

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline
• CA qualification commenced or completed
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in accounting and financial reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software packages
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to think independently and critically
• Prior experience in construction accounting is highly desirable
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across a diverse organisation, including vendors and lenders
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including report writing
• Demonstrated strong work ethic and professional integrity
• Highly organised, methodical, and efficient in managing tasks and deadlines
• Ability to work autonomously and deliver high-quality outcomes
• Genuine interest in and passion for the renewable energy sector
• Proven stable work history with a track record of reliability and consistency

Good to Have

• Experience working in a Big 4 accounting firm
• Exposure to AI tools or experience implementing technology-driven improvements in accounting functions
• Industry experience in renewable energy or other natural resources

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance