Downer’s Maintenance & ITS business is proud to be expanding its footprint across South Australia, delivering vital road and asset maintenance and construction services across the Barossa, Riverland and South East Regions, covering approximately 5,600 km of sealed road network. It’s an exciting time to be part of a team that’s delivering these critical works across the state.
We are seeking a detail‑oriented Finance Officer to support our Transport & Infrastructure business within Maintenance & ITS (SA). This role plays a key part in delivering accurate, timely and compliant financial outcomes across assigned contracts and projects.
Working closely with the Senior Finance Officer, operational teams and shared services, you’ll contribute to strong financial controls, data integrity and informed commercial decision‑making.
Key responsibilities
Supporting daily financial operations for assigned contracts and projects
Assisting with budgets, forecasts and cash flow reporting
Preparing routine financial reports, reconciliations and supporting schedules
Processing journals, accruals, cost allocations and recharges
Supporting month‑end close activities and General Ledger integrity
Setting up and maintaining projects, budgets and financial data in JD Edwards (JDE)
Supporting accounts payable activities including purchase orders and invoice matching
Working closely with Project Managers and operational teams to provide responsive finance support
What you’ll bring
Experience in an accounting or finance role within a project‑based, operational or services environment
Experience supporting financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting
Working knowledge of General Ledger processes (journals, accruals, reconciliations, cost allocations)
Experience assisting with month‑end close activities
Experience using enterprise financial systems (JD Edwards desirable)
Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
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 advantages including:
To apply for this great opportunity, please click on "Apply" and submit your application. We do not accept applications via email but for more information, please contact:
Alicia Jacobson – Talent and Sourcing Business Partner
E:Alicia.jacobson@downergroup.com
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