Senior Project Accountant

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people  and empowering them to  thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.   

What this opportunity involves:

JLL is the global property service provider for the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). The portfolio comprises approximately 1,000 properties (both owned and leased), across 100+ countries and includes Chanceries/Embassies and Residential properties.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work at the intersection of property management and government finance, where your analytical expertise will directly influence strategic decision-making and project outcomes. You will be measured on your ability to transform complex data into clear, actionable insights while building strong stakeholder relationships across the DFAT portfolio.

This is a permanent full-time role to be based on-site in Canberra.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and prepare comprehensive project management cost reporting and internal capital project budgets in compliance with Government requirements
• Execute month-end procedures including journal entries, accruals, forecasting, cost allocations, and recoveries while meeting strict deadlines
• Deliver periodic financial KPI reporting across the portfolio with detailed commentary and analysis

• Provide financial expertise for strategic analysis, options assessments, and business case development
• Support procurement processes including RFT preparation, tender evaluations, contract finalization, and financial analysis for consultants, contractors, and suppliers
• Manage cash flow operations and foreign exchange requirements

• Ensure adherence to Government funding and procurement protocols including Commonwealth Procurement Rules, PGPA Act, and Commonwealth Property Management Framework
• Support internal, external, and client's audit requirements
• Maintain compliance with WH&S Act requirements

Key Skills & Requirements

• An Australian Citizen in order to comply with our Client’s requirement to obtain and gain at least a NV1 clearance
• At least 3+ years post-qualification experience (CA or CPA)
• Demonstrated experience in Asset and Construction / Project accounting and government capital expenditure processes
• Working knowledge of a property management in some or all of the following areas: leasing, project scoping, valuation, and asset management.
• Strong Excel proficiency including financial modeling, analysis and reporting capabilities (including commentary)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for managing diverse client representatives and JLL stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex deliverables with competing timeline
• Strong attention to detail with strategic thinking abilities with capacity to solve complex problems and work with ambiguity

What you can expect from us:

• Great employee discounts off fitness, wellbeing & other renowned bands
• Private Health Insurance Discounts
• Employee assistant program
• Novated Lease for EV cars
• Paid time off for volunteer work
• Career Opportunities with Australia's #1 Commercial Real Estate firm
• Premium offices

About us:

At JLL, we see a Brighter Way forward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working.

We bring to life see a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way.

JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people will live, work, play, shop, and eat. Apply today, quoting job reference number JPREQ448294

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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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