Trainee Accountant

Location
Thornton NSW
Full job description
Estimator and Cost Analyst
Join MJH setting new standards in residential construction and building better futures
Audit and reconcile construction cost against contract estimates and identify opportunities for improving accuracy
From architecturally designed first homes to luxurious residences, from multi-residential projects to investment properties, McDonald Jones Homes has grown and evolved to offer a range of building services that cater to diverse needs, goals and budgets and today we are recognised as one of Australia\'s leading builders of residential homes. We strive to set the benchmark in the new home building industry while ensuring that our people, both customers and staff, are at the centre of everything we do along the way.
We are proud to belong to the NEX Building Group, a diverse and expanding organisation with over 1000 passionate employees whose purpose is to build beautiful homes for Australians. Established in 1987 and continuing to evolve both organically and through acquisition, we are well positioned for growth and committed to achieving our vision of being Australia\'s leading home builder.
Building new homes and better futures for Australians is a true honour and so rewarding. Here are some other rewards and benefits we offer our employees.
Our perks and benefits
Discount on building a home with any of our building brands (after qualifying period)
Income protection insurance– 100% funded by NEX. Covers up to 2 years at 75% of base salary in case of illness or injury
Purchased leave – opportunity to apply for up to 2 weeks extra leave each year
Paid Parental leave - 12 weeks for the primary carer and 4 weeks for secondary carer (we\'re proud to be industry leading with this benefit)
Employee discounts on gym memberships (Fitness Passport), motor vehicles (Mitsubishi), home appliances, energy, health insurance and more
AIA Vitality health and wellbeing program
A genuine focus on diversity and inclusion (we\'re proud of our Women in Construction Program and annual Building Inclusivity Awards)
Employee assistance program to support your mental, financial and physical wellbeing
A huge catalogue of online learning and ongoing professional development programs
NAWIC and HIA corporate membership
Attractive remuneration
And so much more
About the opportunity
You will report to the Sales Estimating Manager and be a key member of the Hunter operations team.
The primary focus of this role will be to accurately audit building costs, reconciling provisional allowances within building contracts, and ensuring financial transparency throughout this process.
Collaborating closely with stakeholders including construction, sales estimating, and finance.
In this role, you will:
Support project profitability and client satisfaction reviewing detailed cost estimates and resolve any oversights
Analyse actual building costs against initial budgets and identify variances
Update cost databases and benchmarking data to reflect current market rates
Review and reconcile all provisional allowances within building contracts
Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to verify costs and ensure compliance with contract terms
Produce regular cost reports and variance analyses for sales estimating to manage tender allowances
Maintain comprehensive records of estimates, quotes, invoices, and reconciliations
Support the preparation of final accounts and project closeout documentation
Identify opportunities to improve estimating accuracy and cost control processes
About you
You will share a passion for our purpose and be aligned to our core values: Better Together, People Matter, Be Accountable and Think Bigger.
Experience in residential construction estimating, cost analysis, financial accounting, project accounting or quantity surveying
Some exposure to financial reconciliation and auditing processes
An understanding of building contracts and provisional allowances
Proficiency with construction estimating software and Microsoft Excel
Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills
Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Our commitment
We believe that our employee community is a key strength of our organisation and we aim to attract the best talent to achieve our strategic goal of being Australia's number one leading home builder and Employer of Choice in our sector. Our leaders create inclusive teams and value the individual contributions of our employees. We value safety and integrity, and we lead the way in innovation and building better.
Interested?
The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening and depending on the inherent requirements of the role, may involve the completion of a National Police Check and pre-employment medical.
Apply today
If you are determined to make a difference and want to join an innovative and inclusive organisation committed to building better lives, email your resume to To find out more about NEX Building Group go to nexbg.com.au and mcdonaldjoneshomes.com.au or follow us on LinkedIn.
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