Financial Accountant

Sharp & Carter; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global creative production agency in Melbourne is looking for a Financial Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. The role involves managing monthly and quarterly reporting across several regions and requires CA/CPA qualifications or a similar background. Responsibilities include month-end reporting, budget preparation, and supporting team members. This is a full-time position offering a chance to grow in an innovative environment.

Qualifications

• First mover from a Big 4 or mid-tier accounting firm is preferred.
• Strong analytical ability and clear communication skills.
• Experience in commercial analysis of financial data is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the month-end reporting process.
• Prepare monthly management reporting packs.
• Conduct general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Analytical ability

Clear communication skills

Proactive mindset

Detail-oriented

Education

CA/CPA Qualification or working towards completion

2+ years’ experience in a global organisation

Job description

Overview

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Our client is a global creative production agency that blends creative strategy with end-to-end content production across photography, video, design, animation, and digital assets. Headquartered in Melbourne our client has offices globally and works with clients worldwide to streamline workflows, reduce costs, and ensure creative ideas are executed efficiently and effectively.

Our client is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their dynamic global finance team, to manage monthly and quarterly reporting across Australia, Singapore, New Zealand, and Malaysia, including sales reporting, general ledger reconciliations, P&L reviews, and divisional management reports. Reporting into the Group Financial Controller your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the month-end reporting process to drive efficiencies
• Prepare monthly management reporting packs
• Conduct general ledger reconciliations
• Support Group Reporting to our overseas parent company
• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting
• Perform commercial analysis of financial data
• Manage intercompany loan accounts
• Prepare insurance renewals, monthly BAS, annual FBT returns
• Ensure general ledger integrity and oversee cost accounting
• Coach and support other members of the finance team
• Establish relationships outside finance to deliver variance analysis and commentary
• Prepare ad hoc internal management reports as required

The Candidate

• CA/CPA Qualification or working towards completion
• First mover from a Big 4 or mid-tier accounting firm
• Or 2+ years’ experience in a global organisation in an industry role
• Strong analytical ability and clear communication skills
• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with the ability to see the bigger picture
• Passionate about improving systems, processes, and supporting team members

How to apply

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. For further enquiries, feel free to contact Bec Close at: [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting