Accounting, Controls & Cash Flow Intern

General Motors Australia New Zealand; Melbourne; Sur place; AUD 70 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

General Motors Australia New Zealand is seeking a finance/ accounting professional to support month-end close, audits, and reporting. You will liaise with offshore shared services, local finance teams, and stakeholders to ensure timely, accurate financial records.

The role requires attention to detail, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. Melbourne-based, full-time position with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• VCE or equivalent.
• 2 years toward Bachelor Degree in Finance/Accounting/Business/Commerce.
• Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access
• Previous work experience desirable, in finance-related discipline.

Responsabilités

• Assist month end close activities with offshore accounting team.
• Assist statutory audit and prepare supporting documentation.
• Assist contract review process with CAS and approvals.
• Assist managing SharePoint Sites (SBRF, ZVDC, DPRF, CMR, EFT and FGRD).
• Assist in the quarterly Accounting Review (QAR) preparation and analysis.

Connaissances

MS Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Teamwork

Communication

Analytical

Time management

Attention to detail

Formation

VCE

2 years towards Bachelor in Finance/Accounting/Business/Commerce

Outils

Microsoft Access

Description du poste

• In consultation with the Controller – GM Australia and New Zealand, ensure that transactions are recorded timely and accurately, and ensure that adequate and effective business processes, systems and controls are in place in GM Australia and New Zealand.
• Provide guidance and assistance to all levels of management on accounting advice, business process and control matters as required.
• Liaise with functional management to execute financial control programs.
• Liaise with offshore shared services team for month end activities, APAR matters and financial statement preparation etc.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors.
• Monitor compliance with General Motors Corporation and GBS policies and procedures.

Job Description

Overview:

• In consultation with the Controller – GM Australia and New Zealand, ensure that transactions are recorded timely and accurately, and ensure that adequate and effective business processes, systems and controls are in place in GM Australia and New Zealand.
• Provide guidance and assistance to all levels of management on accounting advice, business process and control matters as required.
• Liaise with functional management to execute financial control programs.
• Liaise with offshore shared services team for month end activities, APAR matters and financial statement preparation etc.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors.
• Monitor compliance with General Motors Corporation and GBS policies and procedures.

Position Tasks and Responsibilities:

Assist month end close activities:

• Prepare the bank cheque deposit monthly to ensure it is booked accurately and timely.
• Participate in month end activities including pre close meeting, profit review and balance sheet review meetings to ensure key transactions are included in month end close by the offshore accounting team.

Assist statutory audit and account:

• Liaise with external auditor, offshore shared services team, local finance team and other business functions to ensure that all audit support and evidence is supplied timely and completely.
• Liaise with offshore shared services team to ensure the annual financial statements are prepared accurately and timely.

Assist contract review process:

• Ensure functional team has completed the Contract Assessment Sheet (CAS) correctly and completely.
• Liaise with Tax, Treasury and Accounting managers to ensure that appropriate approval is obtained prior to contract execution.

Assist managing SharePoint Sites (SBRF, ZVDC, DPRF, CMR, EFT and FGRD):

• Assist with queries from the local functional team and shared services team.
• Conduct user access reviews of the SharePoint site as required.

Assist in the preparation and timely submission of the Quarterly Accounting Review (QAR):

• Prepare questionnaires for distribution to all key stakeholders.
• Collation of responses and analysis of results.
• Input and review of the quarterly submission to the regional/corporate team.
• Respond and investigate queries raised by GM Australia and New Zealand Leadership and the regional/corporate team in a timely manner.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Team orientated
• Customer focused
• Attention to detail
• Strong computing skills
• Strong communication skills – written & verbal
• Good analytical skills
• Good organisational and time management skills

Experience/Education:

• VCE
• Minimum 2 years’ study towards Bachelor Degree in Finance related field – Accounting / Business / Commerce
• Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access
• Previous work experience desirable, preferably in a finance-related discipline

Competencies:

• Drive for results
• Adaptability
• Peer relationships
• Timely decision making
• Integrity & trust
• Functional/technical skills

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