784158 - Finance Administrator (Projects) - Sydney, Australia - Geosyntec Consultants

Geosyntec Consultants

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Sydney, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Finance administration and support for 20+ Project Managers across Australia
Project setup extract relevant contractual information from client contracts or proposals and set up accurate project information in the accounting database (BST), including, but not limited to:
Accurately enter contract value, budget level, scope of services, fee types, payment terms and proper authorisation from project initiation forms.
Verify and/or edit project rate schedules and other data provided by Project Managers.
Ensure appropriate markups and invoice templates are in line with contract provisions
Review employee expense reports in a timely manner to facilitate payment and processing.
Assist in performing electronic timesheet administration procedures.
Track accounts receivable and accounts payable as needed for project processing.
Assess project revenue by accurately identifying variances and making necessary budget changes and transactional transfers; complete all tasks in accordance with monthly accounting closing schedule.
Generate project reports, as required.
Assist in accounts payable process using online supplier portal system raising POs, processing invoices & project manager liaison.
Oversee project/ proposal numbering system for administrative staffing needs and scheduling.
Maintenance of project and staff lists
Provide adhoc support to the project teams as required.

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

At least 2 years of related financial or project administration experience for a professional services firm, preferably in an engineering environment or professional services industry, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
Ability to read and comprehend moderately complex instructions, ability to extract information from contracts and subcontract agreements, correspondence and memoranda; and ability to effectively write moderately complex correspondence and memoranda effectively. (required)
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel. (required)
Accurate data entry, writing and editing skills. (required)
Ability to work in a fast paced, detail and deadlineoriented environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. (required)
Ability to effectively present information to Project Managers, and other internal clients. (required)
Clear and concise communicator both verbally and in written form. (required)
Demonstrated knowledge of project lifecycle, project costing, contract file administration and comprehension of project performance including revenue and profit. (preferred)
Prior experience with BST, Deltek, Unit 4 or similar accounting systems. (preferred)

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