Management Accountant

Management Accountant – Sydney CBD

Location: Sydney, NSW

Company: BGIS, Housing Aligned Client

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent, Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days WFH)

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Join a dedicated finance team making an impact on essential community services. Bring your curious mindset and problem‑solving skills to a role where accuracy and initiative count.

About BGIS

BGIS is a global leader in integrated facilities management, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions across a wide range of industries. We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of safety, efficiency, and operational excellence while creating meaningful value for our clients and communities.

Purpose of the Role

BGIS is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to provide financial information and analysis for decision‑making, planning, and performance tracking. Take ownership of month‑end processes, analysis, and reporting across a large‑scale, high‑volume contract. You’ll play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, transparency, and accountability across the portfolio, contributing to the success of essential public services.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you’ll work collaboratively with both client and internal teams to ensure smooth financial operations, compliance with KPI requirements, and continuous improvement in reporting and evaluation.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, adaptable, and detail‑oriented, with a can‑do attitude, strong technical accounting skills, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Key Responsibilities

- Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting each month, quarter, and year.

- Manage all accounting functions including month‑end close, variance analysis, and commentary.

- Oversee AR, AP, vendor claims, and client submissions, ensuring timeliness and compliance.

- Prepare detailed cash‑flow forecasts, financial reports, and budget insights.

- Use technology and Excel‑based tools to streamline financial reporting and improve data quality.

- Manage all monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, client payment reconciliation, and system data reconciliation.

- Support internal and external audits and ensure integrity of all financial transactions.

- Collaborate with operational teams to deliver contract KPIs and identify efficiency opportunities.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a management accounting role, ideally within property, infrastructure, or facilities management (all levels encouraged to apply).

- Advanced Excel skills and confidence with financial data, analysis, and reporting systems.

- Proven experience managing large volumes of data and working to strict time‑frames.

- Strong attention to detail and ability to work autonomously through full month‑end cycle.

- Be motivated to find smarter, more efficient ways of working, with a keen interest in leveraging technology.

- Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

- Membership (or substantial progress toward) CA/CPA/ICCA accreditation.

- Experience with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (e.g. Manhattan, Pinnacle).

- Familiarity with government or public‑sector financial frameworks.

- Proven ability to improve systems, processes, and reporting workflows.

Workplace Flexibility

This role is based in the Sydney CBD (World Square), close to public transport. After the training and probation period, enjoy a hybrid arrangement – 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.

Why Join BGIS?

- Contribute to meaningful, community‑impact projects

- AFR Best Places to Work 2024 & 2025

- Winner of Inspiring Workplaces Award 2025

- Be part of a global organisation known for innovation and excellence

- Endorsed by Work180 as an employer of choice for women

- Recognised by WORK180 as a Top 5 Employer for career development opportunities

How to Apply

If you’re a hands‑on finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and takes pride in accuracy, ownership, and improvement – we’d love to hear from you.

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Eligibility: Applicants must have full working rights in Australia.

Locations: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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