Financial Accountant

Richard Lloyd Accounting Recruitment; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Superannuation

Job summary

Richard Lloyd Accounting Recruitment's client, a financial services organisation in Sydney's Macquarie Park, is seeking a Financial Accountant. You will own full month-end close, conduct variances, forecasting with commentary, prepare statutory accounts, and liaise with external auditors.

The role offers hybrid working (WFH 2 days/week) with a salary of AU$115K–$125K plus super. CA qualification and experience in financial services are highly regarded.

Qualifications

• CA Qualification
• Experience in financial accounting duties, including month-end and statutory reporting
• Excellent attitude and willingness to learn
• Experience in financial services will be highly regarded

Responsibilities

• Full month-end ownership, including journals, reconciliations and financial statements
• Variance analysis and forecasting with commentary
• Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts and reporting
• Liaise with external auditors
• Assist with process improvement initiatives

Skills

Month-end close

Statutory reporting

Forecasting

Auditor liaison

Education

CA Qualification

Job description

• Working with an established Finance team in a broad role
• Financial Services business offering a niche product
• Macquarie Park Location. Hybrid working – WFH 2 days a week: $115K - $125K + Super

Gain exposure as a Financial Accountant

Company Background

Our client is a financial services organisation that has grown significantly in recent years. They have continued to grow while maintaining an excellent reputation in their market. With a well-resourced finance function, you are able to take full ownership of your role and have multiple chances to develop new skills.

The Role

As the Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for a number of entities. Your duties will include, but not be limited to

• Full month-end ownership, including journals, reconciliations and financial statements

• Variance analysis and forecasting with commentary

• Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts and reporting

• Liaise with external auditors

• Assist with process improvement initiatives

Your Background

This Financial Accountant role requires the following attributes:

• CA Qualification

• Strong experience in financial accounting duties, including month-end and statutory reporting, OR a first-time mover from audit

• An excellent attitude and willingness to learn

• Experience in financial services will be highly regarded