Senior Financial Accountant

The Senior Financial Accountant is responsible for overseeing and managing accounting reporting and compliance for the general ledger. This role prepares the client’s annual financial statements and accompanying notes provides specialist taxation advice and contributes to strong governance and financial accountability. The role leads a small team and works closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver timely accurate financial information.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development maintenance and implementation of the accounting manual policies procedures and forms to ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements.
Lead and guide the work and direction of the team including mentoring coaching and performance management of staff.
Maintain the integrity of the general ledger across all departmental entities overseeing accounting and reporting processes.
Review and approve journals and coordinate month-end and year-end accounting activities including reconciliations and financial adjustments.
Support the preparation of monthly quarterly and annual financial reports including the Annual Financial Statements and disclosures.
Oversee and ensure the accuracy of general ledger and trial balance liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
Monitor compliance with relevant legislation and accounting standards including taxation laws such as GST and provide professional advice on accounting and tax implications.
Coordinate responses to internal and external audit requirements ensuring accurate documentation and robust controls for general ledger transactions.
Identify design and implement continuous improvement initiatives and systems enhancements to improve efficiency and effectiveness of financial management.

Required Qualifications

Tertiary qualification in accounting or a related discipline.
Current membership of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand CPA Australia or the Institute of Public Accountants.
In-depth knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards Financial Management Act 2006 and Treasurer’s Instructions.
Advanced proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems (sound knowledge of TechnologyOne preferable).

Skills & Competencies

Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret complex financial and tax data.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Demonstrated experience in financial reporting general ledger management and audit coordination.
Knowledge of taxation laws including GST and their accounting implications.
Leadership skills with experience mentoring and developing staff.
Commitment to ethical practice work health and safety and diversity principles.

Working Conditions (Optional)

Position Number: 00025712
Division: Corporate and Business Services
Classification: Level 6
Reports to: Manager Financial Accounting Level 7
Direct reports: 1
Special requirements include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check with satisfactory outcome and a pre-employment Conflict of Interest assessment.

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