Financial Accountant

Megaport; Brisbane; Remote; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness allowance

Generous leave plans

Learning and development support

WeWork coworking access

Job summary

Megaport is seeking a Financial Accountant to lead end-to-end capital expenditure accounting, fixed assets and inventory across its global network. You will ensure compliant registers, promote automation, and partner with Sales, Operations, Procurement and Engineering.

The role requires IFRS expertise, strong financial principles, and the ability to analyse data for management reporting. A remote-first culture enables flexible collaboration across regions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience applying IFRS accounting standards.
• Strong financial principles and analytical mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience in a tech-enabled, global organisation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end capex, fixed assets, and inventory accounting.
• Maintain asset and inventory registers across regions; drive accuracy.
• Develop, implement and maintain accounting policies for capex and assets.
• Support external audit and provide management reporting insights.

Skills

IFRS accounting

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

Stakeholder comms

Attention to detail

Education

CPA/CA qualification or studying

Bachelor’s in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics D365

Job description

We’re not your typical tech company – and we don’t want to be. Megaport is the global leader in Network as a Service (NaaS), and has transformed the way businesses connect to the cloud, data centers, and each other. We’re publicly listed on the Australian Stock Exchange and partnered with the biggest names in tech like Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Oracle, IBM, and more. Headquartered in Brisbane with a crew of over 600 people spread across Asia‑Pacific, Europe, and the Americas, our employees enjoy an environment that is collaborative, supportive, and (actually) fun.

Our Team Culture

We’re a team of problem solvers, pixel pushers, code slingers, and cloud fanatics. Culture is more than a poster on the wall here – collaboration beats hierarchy, curiosity fuels our growth, and everyone’s voice matters. We take our work seriously, but not ourselves. We work across time zones to execute on our global vision, trust each other to get things done, and never compromise our values for commercial gain. Most importantly, we place our customers at the center of everything we do.

We’re committed to increasing representation in the tech industry and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Don’t meet every requirement? That’s okay. If you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.

Your Role

As Financial Accountant within our Capex team, you will oversee the end‑to‑end management of capital expenditure (capex), fixed assets, and inventory across our global network. This role plays a key part in ensuring capitalised wages, fixed asset and intangible registers, and inventory ledgers are accurately maintained and compliant. You will also drive continuous improvement and automation of related systems, processes, and controls.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to work closely with other departments including Sales, Operations, Procurement and Engineering. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate proven experience in applying IFRS accounting standards, have a strong understanding of financial principles, and possess an analytical edge to provide meaningful analysis and reporting to management. You will also drive continuous improvement and automation of related systems, processes, and controls.

• Manage capital work in progress through to asset capitalisation upon project completion
• Maintain fixed asset, intangible asset, and inventory registers across multiple regions in coordination with cross‑functional teams
• Partner with stakeholders to track and communicate the status of current and upcoming capital projects
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies and procedures for capitalisation, fixed assets, and inventory management
• Act as the key finance lead for wage capitalisation
• Prepare asset schedules, including movement analysis for half‑year and year‑end financial reporting
• Support external audit, addressing fixed asset and inventory related queries
• Develop commercial understanding of key supplier contracts to inform asset management decisions
• Contribute to annual budgeting and rolling forecasts with capex inputs
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analysis as needed
• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role
• CPA, CA, or equivalent qualification (or currently studying toward one)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Strong understanding of financial management in a technology‑driven environment
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate to advanced Excel proficiency
• Experience working in a global organisation with multi‑jurisdictional operations
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics D365 or other large ERP systems
• Flexible working environment – a remote‑first culture with coworking options available
• Generous leave plans – including, parental leave, birthday leave, and a purchased annual leave program
• Health and wellness support – through a wellness allowance and employee wellbeing initiatives
• Comprehensive learning support – generous study and training allowance plus paid study leave
• Creative, modern workspaces – designed to inspire when you're not working remotely, plus access to coworking spaces via our global WeWork membership if you work remotely, but like to get out of the house sometimes
• Motivated, inclusive team – work alongside industry experts and fresh talent
• Recognition programs – celebrate achievements with our Legend and Kudos award

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