Financial Accountant

Position Overview

The Financial Accountant will support the Finance function across month-end accounting, statutory reporting, payroll support, and general finance activities. This role is responsible for managing allocated balance sheet accounts and month-end processes, supporting the integrity of the general ledger, and assisting with reporting, audits, payroll, and other finance-related requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage month-end accounting activities, including journal preparation, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Prepare and reconcile key balance sheet accounts, including cash, fixed assets, accruals, prepayments, leased assets, and GST accounts.
• Prepare supporting documentation and analysis for balance sheet accounts, including explanations of account movements.
• Take ownership of allocated asset and liability accounts, including bank and cash, prepayments, fixed assets, creditors, and accruals.
• Ensure reconciliations are completed accurately and on time, identifying and resolving any variances promptly.
• Prepare expense analysis and support management reporting requirements.
• Support the integrity and accuracy of financial data within the general ledger.
• Assist with quarterly, half-year, and year-end reporting requirements, including support for NASDAQ and ASIC listed reporting obligations and external audits.
• Prepare monthly GST and BAS reconciliations for lodgement.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and maintain accurate financial records.
• Support half-year and year-end audit processes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of finance activities and reporting deadlines.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives, ad hoc financial analysis, and finance-related projects.
• Provide general support across the Finance team as required.

Requirements

• 3-5 years' experience in financial and management accounting.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience using accounting software.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• CA or CPA qualified.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.