Financial Accountant

Steadfast Group Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Steadfast Group Limited is seeking a 2 Financial Accountant to turn financial data into clear insights, support stakeholders and enhance accounting processes. You will report to the Finance Manager or Senior Finance Manager and manage reporting for a portfolio of investees.

You will collaborate with Operations, management and investee stakeholders to support month-end close, statutory reporting, tax requirements and acquisitions while driving improvements and ensuring accuracy in financial

Qualifications

• A relevant degree and CA or CPA qualification.
• At least three years of relevant post-graduation experience.
• High professional standards and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience with SAP is desirable.
• Experience within a Big Four or mid-tier chartered accounting firm is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end, statutory reporting, tax requirements and acquisitions.
• Support accounting for a portfolio of investees and provide financial insights.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and tax journals.
• Contribute to half-year and year-end reporting and governance documentation.
• Lead process improvements, automation and efficiency in finance workflows.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Autonomy

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Life at Steadfast

Steadfast is built on a simple belief: none of us are as good as all of us. It shapes how we work, how we support our brokers and partners, and how we show up for each other every day.

Introduction

Life at Steadfast is built on a simple belief: none of us are as good as all of us. It shapes how we work, how we support our brokers and partners, and how we show up for each other every day. Our Together values guide everything we do, we listen, we collaborate, we include, and we back each other to succeed. As Australia’s largest general insurance broker network, we help businesses and communities feel supported, protected and confident in the moments that matter. When you join Steadforth, you become part of a team where your ideas are welcomed, your wellbeing matters, and your growth is genuinely encouraged.

Your new role at Steadfast

We are looking for a 2 Financial Accountant who enjoys turning financial data into clear insights, supporting stakeholders and improving the way things are done. You will bring strong technical accounting capability, curiosity, care and close attention to detail.

Reporting to the Finance Manager or Senior Finance Manager, you will manage financial reporting and accounting support for a portfolio of investees. You will work closely with the Operations team, management and investee stakeholders to support month-end, statutory reporting, tax requirements, acquisitions and other finance initiatives.

What Your Days May Look Like

You may start your morning reviewing financial data from your portfolio of investees, following up on emerging issues and preparing analysis and commentary on significant events or variances. You could then work with the Operations team or management to clarify results and support informed decisions.

Later in the day, you might complete balance sheet reconciliations, prepare tax journals and returns, support the accounting integration of a new acquisition, or contribute to half-year and year-end reporting. You may also help improve a process or support an ad-hoc finance, accounting or tax project.

The work you will lead and shape

• Create: Build meaningful financial insights and reporting that support informed business decisions across Steadfast's investment portfolio.
• Collaborate: Partner with investees, finance colleagues, management and operational stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely financial outcomes.
• Challenge: Analyse financial results, investigate variances and identify opportunities to improve processes, controls and reporting quality.
• Deliver: Take ownership of month-end activities, balance sheet reconciliations, tax compliance and reporting obligations for a portfolio of investees.
• Support: Provide accounting and tax guidance to investees and contribute to due diligence, acquisition integration and other strategic finance initiatives.

You may also

• Develop accounting processes and reporting frameworks that improve accuracy, efficiency and consistency.
• Maintain financial records, reconciliations and supporting documentation across assigned entities.
• Build insights through financial analysis, variance reporting and commentary on significant business events.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including automation, system enhancements and process optimisation.
• Prepare tax returns, financial reports, management analysis and documentation to support governance and decision making.

What You Will Bring

A relevant degree and CA or CPA qualification, supported by a strong academic record.

• At least three years of relevant post-graduation experience.
• High professional standards and exceptional attention to detail.
• A self-motivated and energetic approach, with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic team environment while also working autonomously.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency across Microsoft Office.
• Experience with SAP is desirable.
• Experience within a Big Four or mid-tier chartered accounting firm is preferred.

Why Steadfast?

You will join a team that genuinely believes we are stronger together. You will be supported by leaders who want you to grow, colleagues who value your perspective, and a culture built on respect, inclusion and shared success. Here, your contribution matters and your voice is heard.

Our benefits program is built to support you through the moments that matter most, whether you're at work, at home, or anywhere life takes you.

• Generous leave entitlements
• Flexible work options
• Wellbeing resources
• An employee assistance program
• A range of insurance offerings that help you feel supported and protected
• You will also have access to meaningful learning and development opportunities that help you build capability, explore new ideas and grow your career with confidence.

Most importantly, you will be joining a workplace where people feel safe to be themselves. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences because we know that when we bring different perspectives together, we do our best work and create a place where everyone can thrive.

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