Project Billing Specialist (Assistant Accountant)

At Datacom, we combine technology, expertise, and talented people to help organisations thrive in a rapidly changing world. As one of Australasia's leading technology providers, we work with customers across industries to solve real-world problems and deliver meaningful outcomes.

Whether we're supporting governments, enterprise organisations, or growing businesses, we're committed to creating meaningful outcomes for our customers, communities, and each other.

We are looking for a qualified Accountant or Part Qualified Assistant Accountant to support Billing Operations through strong analysis, reporting, and commercial insight.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with the business, understanding how projects are structured and delivered, and ensuring projects are administered accurately and efficiently. Your role will be a senior role within the team and will include managing complex projects, a high level of understanding of budgets and revenue recognition, and mentoring the team.

The role has a strong financial focus and suits an Accountant or Assistant Accountant who enjoys the challenges of complex contracts and their financial construct.

As a Project Billing Specialist, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Project administration
• Project billing
• Project financials: budgets, billing rules, revenue recognition rules, work in progress (WIP), and deferred revenue
• Reviewing project setup in SuiteProjects Pro to ensure project information supports accurate revenue and margin reporting
• Identifying and investigating project setup or data issues that may impact reporting quality or commercial outcomes
• Supporting the Team Manager and Team Leads with financial acumen
• Working collaboratively with the Project, Process & Reporting Analyst, Revenue Team, Finance, and business stakeholders
• Contributing to improvements in reporting, data quality, and analytical processes
• Supporting ad hoc analysis and reporting requests as required

As Project Billing Specialist, you will be expected to demonstrate:

• CA or CPA qualification is highly desirable
• A bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Two years' experience in an accounting or finance role, ideally within a project-based environment
• Experience working with ERP and project accounting systems, such as NetSuite, SuiteProjects Pro, or similar
• Strong analytical skills and an interest in understanding how financial results connect to operational activity
• High attention to detail and a focus on producing accurate, reliable information
• Confidence working with non-finance stakeholders and explaining financial outcomes clearly
• Strong Excel and systems capability

Join a team where you'll be supported to grow your career, prioritise your wellbeing, and make a genuine impact. From industry-leading learning and development opportunities to parental leave, wellbeing support, and employee benefits, we're committed to helping our people thrive both professionally and personally

We're passionate about creating a workplace where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to do their best work. Whether you're developing new skills, tackling complex challenges, or collaborating with some of the best minds in the industry, you'll be part of a team that values curiosity, innovation, inclusion, and making a genuine difference.

·       Paid parental leave

·       24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (DataCare)

·       Ongoing learning, certifications, and career development opportunities

·       Access to industry-leading learning platforms and future skills training

·       Recognition programmes that celebrate great work

·       Great employee discounts and financial wellbeing benefits

·       Meaningful work that makes a real impact