Accountant

seek.com.au; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ExecutiveSurf is seeking an Accountant and Office Manager to join the Brisbane finance team. You will support APAC operations, coordinate with the European Finance team, and ensure smooth local processes while aligning with global standards.

You will oversee payroll, expenses, and cash flow forecasting, acting as Office Manager for a growing 9-person Brisbane office, with occasional travel to Europe and flexible hours to accommodate time zones.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on accounting experience in industry, manufacturing or energy sector.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential; SAP experience is a big advantage.
• Experience with full-function payroll and purchasing is preferred.
• Willingness to travel to Europe 1–2 times per year and coordinate across time zones.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable & Procurement: manage full-cycle AP and vendor partnerships; primary buyer for Brisbane using SAP.
• Financial Reporting & Global Alignment: lead month-end close, accruals, fixed assets, reconciliations; align with European HQ.
• Strategic Support & Office Management: oversee payroll, expenses, cash flow; act as Brisbane Office Manager for 9+ staff.
• Cross-Functional Flexibility: communicate with European Head of Finance; adapt hours for time-zone differences.

Skills

Accounting fundamentals

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

REPORTS TO: General Manager & International Finance Manager

For over 40 years, our client has been a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and servicing decentralised, high-efficiency energy solutions. They are pioneers in sustainable technologies, including advanced Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems and innovative plants that convert organic waste into renewable natural gas. Their mission is to help industries and communities reduce their carbon footprint, increase energy efficiency, and build a more resilient power infrastructure.

MISSION

In this role, you will be a cornerstone of the Brisbane finance team, supporting dynamic operations for a successful Business Unit. Reporting directly to both the General Manager for APAC and the International Finance Manager in Europe, you will benefit from exceptional visibility and global mentorship.

As an Accountant and Office Manager, you will act as a vital cross-functional link, ensuring the small, tight-knit team of 10 remains efficient, continuing to grow while aligning locally with the European processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounts Payable & Procurement: Manage full-cycle AP and vendor partnerships for energy projects. Act as the primary buyer for the Brisbane branch, utilising SAP to ensure seamless supply chain and procurement operations.

Financial Reporting & Global Alignment: Lead month-end closing, including accruals, fixed assets, and reconciliations. You will serve as the technical bridge to our European HQ, ensuring local data aligns with global standards and processes learned during your onboarding in Europe.

Strategic Support & Office Management: Oversee payroll, expense reporting, and cash flow forecasting. Beyond the numbers, you will act as the Office Manager for the Brisbane team, maintaining a stable, efficient environment for our 9-person (and growing) office.

Cross-Functional Flexibility: Maintain open communication with the European Head of Finance, staying flexible with hours to accommodate time zone differences and participating in international travel 1-2 times per year.

REQUIREMENTS

Experience: 2+ years of hands-on accounting experience, ideally within an industrial, manufacturing, or energy sector.

Systems: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential; experience with SAP is a significant advantage.

Technical Savvy: Solid understanding of general accounting principles with the ability to interpret financial statements and manage full-function payroll/purchasing.

Mindset: An adaptable, curious, and open-minded professional who enjoys a cross-functional role that blends accounting with office management.

Global Readiness: Prepared for travel to Europe (1-2 times per year) and flexible with hours to coordinate with our European Finance team.

ExecutiveSurf is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. ExecutiveSurf is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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