Glassdoor

**Location**
- Sydney, Australia

**Country**
- Australia

**Contract type**
- Permanent

**Work pattern**
- Full Time

**Market**
- Various

**Discipline**
- Finance and accounting

**Job ref**
- 9030

**Recruiter contact**
- Matt McKenzie

**Together, we open opportunities with our connected thinking.**

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it.

We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

**Your Opportunity**

Due to strong growth and an exciting pipeline of projects, Mott MacDonald's Finance Team has an exciting opening for a Management Accountant in the Sydney office. You will be joining a diverse and passionate team with a proven track record delivering major projects across Australia.

You will be responsible for analysing financial data, preparing reports, and providing insights to support decision-making processes. Your expertise will help us optimise our financial performance and achieve our business objectives.

In this role you will have the opportunity to:

- Prepare and interpret monthly management accounts for the Divisions and Markets, highlighting key performance drivers
- Monitor the financial control environment, identifying risks and opportunities, and supporting the local management team in strengthening controls and governance
- Work closely with Group Finance, Regional Finance, Treasury and Tax teams to improve financial delivery to project teams
- Partner with the General Manager and Market Leaders to develop and track business plans, providing financial analysis and advice to inform decision-making
- Support management teams in workforce planning and resource allocation by providing accurate, timely financial inputs
- Facilitate regular finance reviews with senior leaders, helping identify corrective actions or opportunities to improve performance
- Present financial insights and recommendations to non-finance stakeholders in a clear, engaging and action-oriented manner
- Promote a culture of accountability, transparency and continuous improvement

**About You**
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred.
- Proven experience as a Management Accountant or similar role.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

**Culture & Benefits**

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

- Agile working environment, supporting our people to work flexibly
- Life, personal accident, and salary continuance insurance
- Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more
- Annual Health Checks and ongoing professional development

**You’ve got this**

We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace, and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity, please apply