Senior Project Accountant - Budgeting and Forecasting at NEXTDC

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project accounting, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial modelling, Capital expenditure, Financial reporting, Reconciliation, Data analysis, Process improvement, Stakeholder management, Financial compliance, General ledger, Procurement support, Adaptive Planning, Power tools

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Company Description At NEXTDC we are building the heart of Australia’s high-tech future. We design, build and operate world class, next generation data centres, using cutting edge, environmentally efficient infrastructure to service the broad requirements of local and international companies. NEXTDC is an exciting ASX 100-listed technology company, operating 16 data centres across 7 major cities in Australia, with future national and international expansions in planning. At NEXTDC, we know that our success depends on the talents of our people, and we foster a culture of continued learning and development. Our culture is built on collaboration and innovation, we are passionate about what we do, and we are committed to our mission to be the leading customer-centric data centre services company. Where Cloud lives and AI thrives! Job Description Ready for a new challenge? We are entering an exciting growth phase focused on cutting-edge data centre construction. We aren't looking for someone to just "crunch numbers" - we are looking for a Finance Business Partner who can act as a vital bridge between our business units, finance and senior management. While this position encompasses the end-to-end project accounting function, expertise in Capital budgeting and forecasting is the cornerstone of the role. In this role, you won't just manage data; you will refine our forecasting and transform complex project information into a meaningful narrative that drives high-level decision-making and real impact across the organisation. What will you do: Manage all project accounting activities, including monthly project journals, accruals, cost adjustments and reallocations, budget transfers, and project financial close Coordinate and support day-to-day project-level financial transactions, including project setup, cost code maintenance, progress claim reconciliations, procurement support, and invoice payment workflow approvals Maintain project master data across all relevant systems, including project codes, project-level cost codes, and associated general ledger accounts Perform monthly reconciliation and reporting of actual project expenditure and commitments against approved project budgets Lead monthly project budget reviews with Project Managers and provide expenditure reforecasts as inputs into month-end reporting processes Prepare and deliver project-level capital expenditure forecasts as part of the annual corporate planning process Collaborate with the Fixed Assets team to ensure work-in-progress balances are reconciled monthly and transferred to the Fixed Assets Register for timely depreciation Partner with project delivery teams to establish and maintain compliance with financial policies, procedures, and governance requirements Act as a key liaison between Finance and the business for project accounting matters, including capital expenditure forecasts for insurance premiums, Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reporting, and internal and external audit requirements Undertake other ad hoc duties as assigned by the manager About you The preferable candidate will be a disciplined finance professional who thrives in a capital-intensive environment and possesses a natural aptitude for financial technology. Proven experience in complex financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting within construction, infrastructure, or a similar capex-heavy industry. Passionate about efficiency and "working smarter." You possess advanced skills in Power tools and you enjoy using them to streamline large datasets and automate manual processes. Ability to manage high-volume data with precision to create clarity and efficiency. Highly developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and articulate financial outcomes clearly to non-finance audiences. A proactive approach to problem-solving, with a focus on continuous process improvement and the adoption of emerging financial technologies. Comfortable with change and excited by the prospect of using AI and new technologies to stay ahead of the curve. Qualifications Minimum 7+ years’ relevant experience across the full project lifecycle, including feasibility, budgeting, forecasting, transactional processing, and financial close Proven experience in a broad range of project accounting and transactional activities Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline CPA or CA qualification (or working towards) preferred Exposure to planning system such as Adaptive Planning is favourable Additional Information Opportunity to be a vital part of NEXTDC Inclusive, diverse and values-driven working culture Great opportunities to progress within our company (grow as we grow) Our mission is to continue building a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents the communities in which we operate. Our mission is to continue building a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents the communities in which we operate. Make NEXTDC your next move.

Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end project accounting activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Act as a finance business partner to bridge the gap between project delivery teams and senior management.