Financial Accountant

TorrensUniversity Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrens University Australia in Surry Hills, Sydney, is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join our growing finance team. You will prepare month-end journals, reconciliations across cash, intercompany, accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and other line items, and assist with disclosure packages and analytics.

This permanent role offers exposure beyond core accounting, cross-functional collaboration with BI and other finance teams, and opportunities to drive process improvements within a

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years' relevant finance experience.
• CA or CPA designation is mandatory.
• Solid knowledge of IFRS accounting standards (US GAAP exposure is a plus).
• Advanced Excel proficiency.
• Experience with PeopleSoft is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end journal entries and reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly/quarterly close deliverables and analytics.
• Support internal and external audits and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with FP&A and other finance teams on process improvements.
• Ensure internal controls alignment and SOX compliance.
• Work with cross-functional teams to analyse actuals and forecasts.

Skills

Advanced Excel

IFRS accounting standards

Strong communication skills

Independence/initiative

Education

CA or CPA designation mandator

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

TorrensUniversity Australia – Surry Hills NSW

At Torrens University Australia, making a difference is in our DNA. As a Certified B Corporation, we belong to a global community of future-focused companies using business as a force for good. We believe in the transformative power of education to change lives, families, communities – and the world. That’s why we’re on a mission to increase access to higher education, so learners from all walks of life can chase their dreams.

Just like our students, our employees are a diverse group who want to make an impact. When you join us, we give you the freedom to be bold, creative and courageous – with flexible working arrangements that allow you to bring your best. We’ve built a culture that celebrates community, collaboration and innovation, where people love what they do.

What’s the job?

Preparing month end journals and reconciliations across various areas which may include cash, intercompany, accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and other financial statement line items as required by the Senior Financial Accountant and assisting with other month end and quarterly tasks including the preparation of disclosure packages and analytics.

Why join the team?

You’ll join a strong, values-driven finance team known for its collaboration, capability and supportive culture. This role offers exposure beyond core accounting, partnering with teams such as Business Intelligence and other finance teams while contributing to process improvements, automation and smarter ways of working.

Who we are?

At Torrens University Australia, making a difference is in our DNA. As a Certified B Corporation, we belong to a global community of future-focused companies using business as a force for good. We believe in the transformative power of education to change lives, families, communities – and the world. That’s why we’re on a mission to increase access to higher education, so learners from all walks of life can chase their dreams.

Just like our students, our employees are a diverse group who want to make an impact. When you join us, we give you the freedom to be bold, creative and courageous – with flexible working arrangements that allow you to bring your best. We’ve built a culture that celebrates community, collaboration and innovation, where people love what they do.

What’s the job?

Preparing month end journals and reconciliations across various areas which may include cash, intercompany, accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and other financial statement line items as required by the Senior Financial Accountant and assisting with other month end and quarterly tasks including the preparation of disclosure packages and analytics.

Why join the team?

You’ll join a strong, values-driven finance team known for its collaboration, capability and supportive culture. This role offers exposure beyond core accounting, partnering with teams such as Business Intelligence and other finance teams while contributing to process improvements, automation and smarter ways of working.

Day-to-day accountabilities

• Preparation of timely and accurate journal entries and reconciliations

• Assistance with preparation of supplementary monthly and quarterly close deliverables

• Assistance with periodic internal and external audit requirements

• Assistance with external financial reporting requirements including financial statements

• Assistance with ad hoc financial requests as required

• Identification and implementation of improvements relating to close process

• Work closely with the FP&A team to analyse and understand actuals/inform the forecast

• Adherence to internal control (SOX) requirements including maintenance of critical reports and spreadsheets

This is a Permanent position located our Surry Hills, SydneyCampus.

Who you are

Minimum 3+ years’ relevant finance experience

Current CA or CPA designation is mandatory

Up to date and solid technical knowledge of IFRS accounting standards (US GAAP exposure is an advantage)

Advanced Excel

PeopleSoft (would be an advantage)

Experience operating within a well-established internal control environment in medium to large organisations.

Ability to work independently

Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills

Problem solving skills

High energy and proactive

Integrity/strong business ethics

Why join us?

Bold, modern and agile, we’re Australia’s fastest-growing university, going from 164 students in 2014 to 40,000+ alumni across 115+ countries and 2000+ staff today. In 2020, Australian Financial Review named us one of the country’s most innovative companies. As we continue to establish ourselves as a truly global university, we never lose sight of our student-centric approach. Supported by teams of passionate people, you’ll find endless opportunities for professional development and career progression.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, age, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.

Hiring process

We aim to provide you with the information you need at each stage of this process to help you present your best self. We are committed to ensuring an equitable, barrier-free application process and have a Reasonable Adjustment Procedure in place to support you throughout the recruitment process.

To learn more about what makes Torrens University Australia a great place to work, visit https://www.torrens.edu.au/blog.

Applications close: 11th October - we will be reviewing applications as they are received.

Job reference: R31154