Operational Support Officer at Downer Group

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial administration, Purchase order management, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial reporting, Data analysis, Invoicing, MS Excel, Time management, Communication, Problem-solving, Proactiveness, Accounting procedures, Financial software, Numerical skills

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Finance Administrator to join our team as an Operational Support Officer based in Underdale, SA. The successful candidate will support Operations Manager/Project Managers to ensure the financial administrative requirements of the contract are achieved for Downer to sustain growth and aid business performance. The day to day * Raise, receipt and manage purchase orders in accordance to procedure. * Ensure plant, labour and sub-contractor costs are distributed accurately * Monitor open commitments to ensure accuracy in accordance to procedures. * Support the operational team in meeting financial deadlines for budgeting, forecasting, reporting, EOM close out, results. * Update internal systems with financial data * Analyse data to identify over and under recoveries, and implement improvements * Ensure contractual obligations are met for progress claims, invoicing, payments. * Providing a great customer experience * Contribute ideas and learnings to the continuous improvement program that builds operational excellence * Implement and ensure compliance of all existing & new policies, procedures and regulations What you’ll bring * Diploma or related qualification in business administration and/or finance highly desirable * Solid knowledge of financial and accounting procedures * Experience using financial software (preferably JDEGS) * Excellent analytical and numerical skills * Advanced MS Excel skills * Sharp time management skills * Strong ethics, with an ability to manager confidential data * Good communication and interpersonal skills * Problem-solving ability * Proactiveness and foresight Downer is a company that believes people are our greatest asset. We take pride in providing career opportunities, work-life balance, and above benchmark services. We also offer a range of benefits including: * Enjoy career development opportunities, including leadership programs like Thrive and Own Career * Make a real impact on the performance and sustainability of critical infrastructure. * Work with a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values innovation and continuous improvement. * Be part of a culture that values safety, integrity, and excellence in everything we do. To apply for this great opportunity, please click on "Apply" and submit your application. We cannot accept applications via email but for more information, please contact: Alicia Jacobson – Talent and Sourcing Business Partner E: Alicia.Jacobson@downergroup.com [Alicia.Jacobson@downergroup.com] Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone. At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities. Downer’s Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers’ challenges, and for our communities.

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Responsibilities

The Operational Support Officer will manage financial administrative tasks including purchase orders, cost distribution, and financial reporting. They will also support the operational team in meeting budgeting deadlines and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.