Project Finance Administrator
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Job Summary
- One of Australias largest employee-owned environmental consultancies
- Flexible work arrangements and excellent employee benefits
- 12-month maternity leave fixed term contract
About Umwelt
Umwelt is an Australian owned environmental consultancy operating for over 30 years with 9 offices nationwide. We are a team of vibrant professionals with experience across a range of sectors including renewables infrastructure defence regulation and policy resources and the urban development sector.
About the Role:
Join the Umwelt Finance Team in this 12-month maternity leave fixed term contract and play a key role in supporting our project based operations. We are seeking an experienced Finance Administrator / Project Finance Officer to assist with proposal and project set ups budgets and the financial data management of projects across their full lifecycle.
In this role you will be responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial data within our ERP project management system identifying potential financial risks or issues and contributing to practical business solutions. You will also support the continuous improvement of financial operations and transactional processes helping to ensure efficient high quality outcomes for the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer the accurate and timely creation of proposal and projects within our ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) in accordance with the contract and work breakdown structure (WBS)
- Work with Project Managers throughout the project lifecycle to drive efficient and effective client invoicing in line with project plans and agreements
- Prepare and provide financial analysis and information to assist project managers and support commercial decisions
- Support project managers across a portfolio of projects of varying complexities sizes and values
- Contribute to the achievement of the broader Finance team goals
- Work in harmony with Umwelts values objectives policies and procedures
About You:
- Minimum 4 years experience in project finance administration or a similar role
- Experience working with multiple consulting projects or other project financial work
- Proven history of overseeing entire project lifecycles using work breakdown structures and having a good understanding of standard project management processes
- Experience in working within an ERP
- Well-developed time management skills
- Strong organisation skills to succeed at managing multiple ongoing tasks
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft 365 suite (Teams Word Excel)
- Experience using Project Management software will be highly regarded
This position requires excellent skills in engaging with stakeholders as well as experience in project finance.
What We offer:
Our people are our number one asset and we are committed to providing a workplace that supports our team to grow. As part of our team you will be offered:
- A role collaborating with experienced professionals to support your growth and development
- Flexible work arrangements to support a work/life balance
- Opportunities to work nationally across diverse and technically challenging projects
- #MeDays: an Umwelt wellbeing initiative offering staff one extra paid day off for 12 months of the year
- A workplace culture of learning and personal development with a mix of in-house and externally hosted training opportunities offered as well as mentorship
- Established and well considered wellbeing tools and initiatives and hands-on training
- A competitive salary based on skills and experience
Diversity and Inclusion
At Umwelt we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are all responsible in creating a diverse inclusive and accountable culture where employees of all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging mutual respect and kindness.
The Umwelt team are privileged to collaborate closely with Indigenous communities across the nation and we actively pursue the goals outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment not only enriches our workplace culture but also drives innovation and excellence in all that we do. Join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable workplace where everyones unique perspectives and contributions are valued.
Join the Umwelt Team
If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity please apply via SEEK. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.
If you would like additional assistance through the recruitment process please reach out to our friendly HR team at
To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Construction Experience
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Sage
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Project Management
- Sharepoint
- Microsoft Project
- Administrative Experience
- Project Coordination
