Accountant

Skilled Jobs Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Jobs Australia is assisting in the recruitment of a full-time Accountant based in Sydney, NSW. The role involves financial analysis, accounting systems, compliance reporting, auditing, solvency, and accurate record-keeping across the group.

Key duties include month-end close, cashflow forecasting, management reporting, and commentary on variances. You will maintain internal controls, handle tax returns, and support annual reporting and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance, Commerce or similar.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Month end accounting including balance sheet reconciliations and journals.
• Preparation of daily cashflow forecasts.
• Preparation and finalisation of monthly financial reports tracking performance against budget and analysing variances.
• Preparation of reports for management and statutory reporting.
• Commentary on management reports and identifying improvement opportunities.
• Audits to investigate and resolve financial discrepancies with research and judgment.
• Maintenance of internal controls across processes.
• Preparation of taxation returns for group entities.
• Coordinate accounting matters with other departments and off-site locations.
• Assist management with annual report preparation.
• Analyse trends and performance across business units.
• Contribute to systems and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Independent & team player

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Job description

Macquarie Park, NSW

Our client is looking for a full-time Accountant to undertake and advise on aspects of financial analysis, accounting systems and processes, regulatory and compliance based financial reporting, auditing, solvency, and record-keeping accounting systems and their requirements.

Other tasks include and are not limited to the following:

• Month end accounting including balance sheet reconciliations and journals
• Preparation of daily cashflow forecasts
• Preparation and finalisation of monthly financial reports tracking financial performance against budget and analysing variances
• Preparation of reports for management and statutory reporting
• Providing commentary on management reports and identifying areas for improvement
• Undertake audits investigating and resolving financial discrepancies with thorough research, financial acumen, and critical thinking
• Maintenance of internal controls
• Preparation of taxation returns for organisations within the group
• Coordinate and communicate accounting matters with other departments and off-site locations within the group.
• Assist management with the preparation of annual reports
• Analysing trends and financial performance across business units
• Taking part in systems and process improvement initiatives

Skills required

• Sound knowledge of accounting and financial matters
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and with teams

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance, Commerce or similar
• Minimum of 1 years of relevant experience

Remuneration

This is subject to your skills, qualifications and experience with a salary package of $80,000-$100,000 per annum + superannuation based on a full-time position.