Accountant

Hertz; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous discounts on our brands

Employee Car Sales Program

Car Leasing Program

On-site Airport Parking

Additional day leave per annum

Sustainability focus

Charity partnerships

Wellbeing and safety emphasis

WGEA certified workplace

Job summary

Hertz Australia seeks an experienced Accountant to join the finance team in Melbourne. You will support cost and revenue analysis, month-end close, and reporting across Hertz Australia and the Asia Pacific region.

The role requires a accounting qualification with CA/CPA commenced, at least two years of accounting experience, strong Excel and ERP skills (Oracle Fusion), and a proactive, customer-focused approach in a global matrix organization.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting or Finance with CA/CPA postgraduate commenced.
• Minimum of two years’ accounting experience including finance and general accounting support.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills with ERP experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational expenses including rent and facilities costs.
• Monitor contract updates and ensure financial obligations are recorded.
• Complete month-end close and analyse income statements.
• Prepare concession reports and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support budgets, forecasts and year-end audits.
• Produce regular and ad-hoc reports across systems like Oracle Fusion and Power BI.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Excel

Microsoft Office

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

CA/CPA postgraduate (commenced)

Tools

Oracle Fusion

Power BI

Job description

Hertz is more than a rental car business. It is a global company proud to dedicate itself to meeting customer needs by offering a wide variety of vehicles and services. Boasting a rich history of significant first steps, ambitious ideas and innovation, Hertz has evolved into the reputable global brand it is today. Our global company includes our other reputable brands of Thrifty, Dollar, Ace and Flexicar. At Hertz we drive a ‘One Team’ culture which means at Hertz you will be exposed to all our different brands and be apart of a global multibrand team. We value people, driving change and winning together. If these values resonate, then Hertz is the place for you to achieve your career goals.

To continue our success in the future of car rental, we’re looking for customer focused, high performing Accountant to join our exceptional team and grow your career!

What are the Perks?

• Generous discounts on our brands
• Employee Car Sales Program
• Car Leasing Program
• On-site Airport Parking
• Additional day leave per annum
• A focus on sustainability
• Targeted charity partnerships
• Key focus on wellbeing and safety
• WGEA Certified workplace

About the Role?

As an Accountant, you will help ensure finance activities comply with statutory and company requirements across your area of responsibility. You will manage key accounting activities, support operational cost and revenue analysis, contribute to business planning, and work closely with Finance and operational stakeholders across Hertz Australia and related entities in the Asia Pacific region.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage operational expenses, including rent, airport concession and facilities costs.
• Monitor airport contract updates and ensure financial obligations and payments align with contract terms and are recorded in the property system.
• Complete month-end closing activities and analyse income statement costs, providing clear explanations for variances.
• Prepare airport concession reports and declarations for external parties.
• Complete accurate and timely balance sheet reconciliations, identifying risks and potential issues within allocated accounts.
• Complete location fee reviews and partner with Pricing and Operations on required updates.
• Assist with budgets and forecasts for property-related expenses in partnership with the FP&A team.
• Support year-end audits, process reviews, compliance activities and special projects.
• Prepare regular and ad-hoc reporting across systems including Oracle Fusion and Power BI.
• Support process improvements and the automation of manual processes.

About You?

To be successful in this position, our newest team member will have the following:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting or Finance, with a CA or CPA postgraduate programme commenced or partly completed.
• A minimum of two years’ experience in an accounting-related role, including finance and general accounting support.
• Strong technical accounting skills and practical experience in accounting process improvement.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills, with experience using large ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills, with strong attention to detail.
• The ability to manage deadlines, work effectively under pressure and respond to changing business needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across teams and stakeholders.
• A proactive, accountable and customer-focused approach, with the ability to work effectively in a global matrix organisation.

About the Offer?

In return for your hard work and dedication, in addition to the company perks, you will be rewarded with:

• A competitive annual salary package
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• A supportive team environment
• Employee Benefits and a motivating company culture

At Hertz we pledge to provide a safe and supportive work environment for everyone. We are an inclusive business who welcomes diversity and we encourage applications from all candidates, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people with disabilities.

This is a brilliant opportunity for an individual who is passionate about customer service and has the ability to work collaboratively as a team to achieve targets.

Please note Police Background Checks will be completed for external candidates as part of the Recruitment Process