About BMD

BMD is Australia’s leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business. As the largest privately owned civil contractor in Australia, BMD is at the forefront of excellence, with a growing international footprint extending to the Philippines and the United Kingdom.

Driven by a purpose of powering futures and creating enduring legacies, we deliver complex infrastructure solutions that connect and transform communities. For over 45 years, our diverse portfolio of projects and roles provides exceptional opportunities for our people to grow and make a lasting impact. As part of our team, you’ll help deliver challenging projects, supported by leadership within an inclusive people-first culture.

About the role 
Reporting to the Group Accounting Manager, BMD Group is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join its Corporate Finance team on a 12-month fixed term contract. In this role, you will support the broader finance function to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of the Group’s financial reporting. In this role, you will take ownership of complex accounting matters, as well as the month-end and year-end close processes, statutory reporting, and the application of Australian Accounting Standards.

Key responsibilities

• Ownership of month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with Australian Accounting Standards (AASB)
• Preparation and technical review of statutory financial statements, including disclosures
• Research, interpretation, and implementation of new and revised accounting standards, including preparation of technical accounting position papers
• Lead the external audit process in conjunction with the Group Accounting Manager, including resolution of technical queries and audit findings
• Lead and support budgeting processes 
• Preparation and review of monthly statutory accounts, cash flow statements, and board/Audit & Risk Committee papers
• Maintenance and oversight of the general ledger, including review of reconciliations and controls
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes, systems, and internal controls
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior team members and the broader finance team
• Research, interpretation, and implementation of new and revised accounting standards, including preparation of technical accounting position papers
• Other accounting and finance related tasks as required

About you 

• CA/CPA qualified (essential)
• 5+ years’ experience in financial accounting and reporting roles, with demonstrated exposure to complex accounting matters
• Exposure to large corporate clients and experience with multi-entity / group reporting environments (highly desirable)
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (AASB)
• Statutory reporting and audit management experience
• Advanced Excel skills (financial modelling, reconciliations and scenario analysis)
• High attention to detail and professional judgement
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates strong professionalism, accountability, and collaboration, aligning with BMD’s values and ways of working.

Benefits

We believe our people do their best work when they feel supported — personally and professionally. That’s why we offer benefits that go beyond the basics:

• grow your career with specialised learning and development programs
• be recognised at our annual employee awards event and through our Thrive reward and recognition platform
• prioritise wellbeing with mental health support and discounted gym access
• support your family with paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers and flexible work arrangements available
• access perks with novated leasing, specialised Power Perks and discounts with hundreds of retailers.

Diversity and inclusion

We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.

So, join our team, be yourself and help us power futures and create legacies.

We’re a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of family, empowered, collaborative and driven. For further details on what makes BMD unique, head to https://www.bmdgroup.global/careers

Due to the high volume of applications and enquiries, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.