Financial Accountant

Job description

The Financial Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the Company's financial records and reporting. The role supports the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, maintains the general ledger, performs balance sheet reconciliations, and assists with budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and audit requirements. The Financial Accountant works closely with operational and business stakeholders to provide financial insights, maintain effective internal controls, ensure compliance with accounting standards and statutory obligations, and support informed business decision-making.

The role plays a key part in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting process improvements, and contributing to the overall financial management of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts and financial reports. Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes. Prepare and post journals, accruals, prepayments, and other accounting entries. Support the preparation of statutory financial statements and reporting requirements. Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and chart of accounts. Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving variances.

Review financial transactions to ensure accurate classification and compliance with accounting standards. Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory obligations. Assist in maintaining and strengthening internal financial controls. Support tax compliance activities including BAS, FBT, payroll tax, and other statutory reporting requirements as required. Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.

Liaise with internal and external auditors and respond to audit queries in a timely manner. Assist in implementing recommendations arising from audit reviews. Support the annual budgeting and forecasting processes. Assist business leaders in analysing financial performance against budget and forecast. Prepare variance analysis and recommend corrective actions where required. Provide financial support and guidance to operational and functional stakeholders.

Assist with financial modelling, cost analysis, and business improvement initiatives. Deliver meaningful financial insights to support commercial and operational decision-making. Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, controls, and reporting efficiency. Support finance system enhancements and implementation projects. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline. CPA or CA qualified, or actively working towards qualification. Minimum 4 - 6 years' experience in financial accounting or a similar role. Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and internal controls. Experience preparing month-end reports, reconciliations, and financial statements. Knowledge of Australian tax and compliance requirements.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems. Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders across the business. Ability to prioritise competing deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.