Accountant

Reo Group; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options available

One day of work from home

Flexible working

Job summary

Reo Group in Sydney is seeking a Senior Accountant to support all areas of finance, ensuring accurate financial processes and reporting during a maternity leave cover. The role offers hybrid working options with one day of work from home and a competitive package.

You will be responsible for journal entries, reconciliations, budgeting support and financial reporting, liaising with a global finance team. Strong Excel and ERP experience are required.

Qualifications

• The role requires senior accounting experience with financial reporting.
• Experience with GST, Payroll Tax and Income Tax is required.
• Advanced Excel with data analysis capabilities is essential.
• ERP experience, preferably Oracle Financials, is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries, ledger analysis and variance analysis.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and ensure internal controls.
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Prepare financial and management reporting with the World Firm Finance team.
• Assist with external audits and tax compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Oracle Financials

ERP experience

Analytical skills

Prioritisation

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Oracle Financials

Job description

Senior Accountant

2000 Sydney Frog Recruitment

Location: Sydney

Salary: Competitive package ranging from $110k to $145k based on experience

Contract type: Ongoing, full time opportunity

Work arrangement: Hybrid working options available, flexible, one day of work from home

Job Description

The organisation operates within the legal sector, providing comprehensive legal services across various jurisdictions and cultures.

As a Senior Accountant, you will support all areas of finance, ensuring accurate financial processes and reporting during a maternity leave cover.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries, perform ledger and account analysis, and conduct variance analysis
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and ensure compliance with the firm's reconciliation framework
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes as required
• Assist in the preparation of financial and management reporting, liaising with the World Firm Finance team
• Ensure finance processes comply with internal controls and authorisation requirements
• Support tax compliance requirements through coordination with stakeholders and external advisors
• Assist with external audits and resolve queries in a timely manner
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance operational efficiency

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a Senior Accountant role, including responsibility for financial reporting
• Exposure to tax compliance, including GST, Payroll Tax, and Income Tax obligations
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis capabilities
• Experience using Oracle Financials or a similar ERP system is preferred
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with ability to manage competing priorities

What’s in it for you

• Competitive salary package ranging from $110k to $145k based on experience
• Flexibility with one day of work from home
• Opportunity to work within a collaborative and inclusive environment

Additional Details

• Ongoing, full time opportunity
• Salary, Clerk Grade 9/10: $133,348 - $146,945+ super, commensurate with experience
• Based in Sydney CBD with hybrid and flexible working options available

Benefits

• Permanent full time | 35 hours per week
• Salary range $87,352.30 to $101,210.82 per annum, plus 12% superannuation
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work (after probation), flexible start and finish times, and the option of a 9-day fortnight
• Generous leave entitlements, including 4 weeks annual leave, 1-week MyLeave (supporting your health and wellbeing) and 14 weeks parental leave
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Access to Fitness Passport for you and your family
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including a Sponsored Study Programme
• Employee Rewards Programme
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• A supportive and collaborative team environment

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including credit control, cash flow management and customer/supplier administration.
• Prepare financial reports, reconciliations, journals and month-end/year-end reporting activities.
• Analyse revenue, margins and business performance to support commercial decision-making.
• Manage statutory compliance, including BAS lodgements and audit requirements.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
• Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and controls.
• Mentor junior team members and provide support across Accounts Payable and Receivable functions.

Payroll Management

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for Australia and New Zealand employees.
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, taxation, superannuation and employment obligations.
• Maintain payroll records, manage employee lifecycle changes and respond to payroll enquiries.
• Coordinate payroll reconciliations, audits, statutory reporting and year-end obligations.
• Support payroll system enhancements and process improvements.

Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, taxation requirements and company policies.
• Maintain strong financial controls, accuracy and confidentiality across all finance and payroll activities. Contribute to finance transformation initiatives, business projects and strategic objectives.

Requirements

• Degree qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in financial accounting and payroll administration
• Strong knowledge of Australian payroll, taxation and superannuation requirements
• Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy with strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Intermediate to advanced Excel capability

Highly Regarded

• CA or CPA qualification
• Experience with Dynamics Business Central, MYOB Payroll, Concur Expense and Factorial HRIS
• Experience with multi-state Australian and New Zealand payrolls
• Exposure to multi-currency accounting and divisional reporting
• Experience within aviation, engineering, maintenance or professional services industries

Why Join Us

• Exposure to a globally recognised aviation organisation
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• A role with variety, responsibility and genuine impact

What We Offer

• Permanent full time | 35 hours per week
• Salary range $87,352.30 to $101,210.82 per annum, plus 12% superannuation
• Permanent full time | 35 hours per week
• Salary range $87,352.30 to $101,210.82 per annum, plus 12% superannuation

About you

• At least 5+ years’ experience in a similar role
• CPA/CA qualified
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O (or similar ERP), Employment Hero (or similar payroll system), Calumo (or similar reporting tool)

Culture & Benefits

• We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications regardless of cultural background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or neurodiversity. We strive to build a collaborative, inclusive workplace that is representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

• Exclusive employee discounts via the DBG Health Employee Shop, including MCoBeauty, Esmi Skin Minerals, Nude by Nature, e.l.f. Cosmetics, Chemist's Own and more.
• Acacia EAP Wellbeing Support, providing confidential 24/7 counselling, mental health support, financial coaching, and manager assistance.
• Join a values-driven, supportive, and friendly culture within a dynamic, fast-growing business that actively promotes professional development and internal mobility.
• Enjoy the ability to work autonomously in an empowering environment that supports ownership, accountability and personal success.
• Access to the Bastas Academy for Health Leadership (via Melbourne Business School), supporting emerging and senior leaders with industry-leading programs, coaching, and development.
• DBG Health Leadership Academy, offering structured leadership development, mentoring, and clear career progression pathways.

About the role

• Prepare accurate month-end results within agreed timeframes, including journal preparation, reporting and financial accounting activities for local and international entities.
• Prepare and maintain key accounting processes, including inventory provisions, inventory revaluations, fixed assets, freight capitalisation, and foreign exchange revaluations.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve accounting issues to ensure the accuracy of financial records.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and support compliance activities, including GST reporting and audit requirements.
• Partner with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Supply Chain and other stakeholders to resolve finance-related queries and reconciliations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, maintain finance policies and procedures, and provide ad hoc reporting and analysis as required.

What You Will Be Working On

• Deliver month-end and year-end accounting, journals and balance sheet reconcilations, investigating discrepancies and resolving outstanding items.
• Prepare financial, management and resident-related reports, explaining key movements and findings clearly.
• Coordinate annual village operating budgets with Village Managers, testing assumptions and understanding planned activities and costs.
• Prepare forecasts and investigate variances, identifying financial risks, opportunities and practical actions.
• Support tax reconciliations and external audits with accurate calculations, schedules and supporting documentation.
• Improve processes and documentation, working with Finance colleagues to resolve historical accounting and data quality issues.

What Type Of Person Will Be Successful

You enjoy understanding the story behind the numbers and helping others make sense of it. You’re comfortable asking questions, investigating something that doesn’t look right and following through to a resolution. You balance attention to detail with a practical approach to deadlines and working relationships.

• A tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, and CA or CPA qualification.
• Sound knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting principles and taxation requirements.
• An understanding of budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
• The ability to explain financial information clearly to finance and non-finance colleagues.
• Initiative, sound judgement and a commitment to accurate work and continuous improvement.
• Experience in a multi-site organisation, retirement living, property or aged care would be valuable, as would familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar ERP systems.

Closing Date

Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 11:59 PM AEST