Financial Accountant (14 months fixed term contract)

ING; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study support

Home loan benefits

Flexible working

Job summary

ING in Sydney, Australia, is seeking a Financial Accountant for a 14-month fixed-term contract. You will deliver Head Office, statutory and regulatory reporting, support financial statement prep, and drive data quality and automation across reporting processes.

Ideal candidates hold CA/CPA, have 3-5 years in banking/FS or Big 4, and are proficient in Excel with SQL/Power BI experience. This role emphasizes stakeholder collaboration and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Qualified CA or CPA or on track to complete.
• 3-5 years in banking, financial services or Big 4 environment.
• Strong understanding of financial/regulatory reporting and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Head Office, statutory and regulatory reporting including APRA submissions.
• Support financial statement preparation, Board reporting and external audit requirements.
• Analyse financial and reporting data to identify insights and control improvements.
• Drive reporting transformation, automation and process improvements using SQL, Power BI and Power Query.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Treasury, Technology and external auditors.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder communication

Attention to detail

Education

CA or CPA (or nearing completion)

Tools

SQL

Power Query

Power BI

Job description

Financial Accountant (14 months fixed term contract)

Join a high-performing Finance team where you'll play a critical role in delivering accurate financial, regulatory and statutory reporting while helping drive automation and reporting transformation initiatives.

Reporting to the Manager, External Reporting, you’ll be responsible for supporting the delivery of external reporting obligations, including Head Office, Statutory and Regulatory reporting. You’ll ensure reporting is accurate, timely and well-controlled while identifying opportunities to enhance processes, data quality and automation capabilities.

What you'll do

• Prepare and deliver Head Office, statutory and regulatory reporting, including APRA submissions, in line with accounting standards and group requirements.
• Support financial statement preparation, Board reporting and external audit requirements.
• Analyse financial and reporting data to identify insights, reporting issues and opportunities for control enhancement.
• Drive reporting transformation, automation and process improvement initiatives using SQL, Power BI and Power Query.
• Build effective relationships with stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Treasury, Technology and external auditors.

What we’re looking for

• CA or CPA qualified (or nearing completion).
• 3-5 years' experience in banking, financial services or a Big 4 accounting environment.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, regulatory reporting and accounting principles.
• Advanced Excel skills with experience analysing large and complex data sets.
• Proficiency in SQL, Power Query and Power BI is highly regarded.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

What’s in it for you?

• Financial and leave support for employees who commit to study that benefits their development
• Employee home loan benefits
• Flexible working options

About Us

At ING, we’re all about making life simpler and more rewarding - for the people who bank with us, the team members who work with us, and the communities we’re proud to support. Joining ING means stepping into an environment where your individuality isn’t just welcomed - it’s celebrated. We’ve built a culture that’s fun, inclusive, and supportive, giving you the freedom to be yourself, so you can do your thing.

Whether you’re taking ownership of exciting projects, thinking outside the box, or working with global colleagues, you’ll find ING is the kind of place where growth isn’t just a possibility; it’s a promise. As a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and Family Inclusive workplace, you’ll feel the difference in how we value and champion our people.

We make decision making on hiring based on your skills, capabilities, and how you align with our values - not on ticking every box. So, if you’re interested but don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply. We’re invested in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels like they belong. We’re your allies in helping you do your thing during the recruitment process, so let us know (email below) if you require any support or adjustments when you apply

(One last note: We operate using a direct talent sourcing model, so no agency introductions, please.)

ING is Australia’s most recommended bank according to RFI Global’s Consumer Atlas Survey, January–June 2025 (n = 29,510) when compared to customers of the 10 largest ADIs operating in Australia.

Contact Gail Cunningham on ***************@ing.com

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