Financial Accountant - 3 month contract

Hassett People Solutions; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, an established investment management business, seeks an experienced Financial Accountant for an initial three‑month contract in Melbourne CBD. You will provide hands‑on support across corporate entities, handling day‑to‑day accounting, month‑end reporting and accurate record keeping.

You will work autonomously within a capable finance team, ensuring timely close, reconciliations, BAS/compliance and thorough documentation, with potential extension depending on business needs.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting/Finance or related discipline.
• CA/CPA preferred or working towards qualification.
• Hands-on accounting experience in a practical, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial accounting activities including GL maintenance, journals and accruals.
• Prepare bank and balance sheet reconciliations; investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end close and management reporting.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Support accounts payable, invoicing and payments.
• Prepare working papers and assist with BAS and statutory compliance.
• Review accounting transactions for accuracy and integrity; meet reporting deadlines.
• Collaborate with senior finance team and participate in ad hoc accounting tasks.

Skills

GL maintenance

Journal entries

Month-end reporting

Attention to detail

Autonomous working

Time management

Process improvements

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

ABOUT OUR CLIENT AND THE ROLE

Our client is an established investment management business seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to join their corporate finance team on an initial three-month contract.

Working within an experienced finance team, you'll provide hands-on accounting support across the business's corporate entities, assisting with day-to-day financial accounting, month-end reporting and maintaining accurate financial records.

This is a practical, hands-on role suited to someone who can hit the ground running, work autonomously and is comfortable getting involved in both financial and transactional accounting tasks. Based in Melbourne CBD, this is a full-time, office-based position with an immediate start preferred. There may be potential for an extension or longer-term opportunity depending on business requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage day-to-day financial accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, journals and accruals
• Prepare bank and balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies
• Assist with month-end close and preparation of management reporting
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation
• Support accounts payable, invoicing, payments and other transactional accounting requirements
• Prepare working papers and assist with BAS and statutory compliance requirements
• Review accounting transactions to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial information
• Work closely with senior finance team members to meet reporting deadlines
• Assist with ad hoc accounting tasks and process improvements as required

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in a Financial Accountant or similar hands-on accounting position
• Strong technical accounting skills across general ledger, reconciliations, journals and month-end reporting
• Hands-on experience using Xero is essential
• Good working knowledge of Excel
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline
• CA or CPA qualified or working towards qualification will be highly regarded
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate financial records
• Comfortable working autonomously while supporting a broader finance team
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines