Financial Accountant - Banking & Financial Services

Adecco; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Sydney CBD location

Global exposure

Job summary

The Adecco Group Australia is seeking a hands-on Financial Accountant for our Sydney CBD team. This role covers financial and management reporting, taxation, budgeting, regulatory reporting and day-to-day accounting using Xero.

You will work with internal stakeholders and the overseas head office in a hybrid arrangement, gaining exposure across banking and financial services in a multinational environment. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in a similar role, with Big 4 experience preferred and a

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in a similar accounting role.
• Big 4 accounting firm experience highly regarded.
• Experience in banking or financial services is advantageous.
• A relevant degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• Experience using Xero.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and sound judgement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Japanese language skills would be advantageous but not essential.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting activities, primarily relating to expenses and loans, using Xero
• Review and maintain loan data using Excel
• Support cash flow management and gather information from internal departments
• Prepare statutory and regulatory reports, including APRA reporting
• Prepare tax reporting including PAYG, BAS and FBT
• Support monthly, quarterly and annual accounting processes
• Prepare regular financial reports for the overseas head office
• Assist with expense budgeting and variance analysis
• Support external audits and preparation of financial statements
• Assist with ad hoc accounting and finance-related projects

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Japanese language advantageous

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Xero

Job description

The Adecco Group is the world's leading provider of HR Solutions. We deliver recruitment and career services to organisations and individuals across the employment life-cycle. In Australia, Adecco has over 50 years industry experience making us the most qualified provider and leading supplier of casual and permanent staff.

About Us

An established international financial institution is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to join its Sydney CBD team.

This is a hands-on accounting position covering financial and management reporting, taxation, budgeting, regulatory reporting and day-to-day accounting activities.

The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders and the organisation's overseas head office. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement and is ideal for an accountant looking to develop broader experience within the banking and financial services sector.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting activities, primarily relating to expenses and loans, using Xero
• Review and maintain loan data using Excel
• Support cash flow management and gather information from internal departments
• Prepare statutory and regulatory reports, including APRA reporting
• Prepare tax reporting including PAYG, BAS and FBT
• Support monthly, quarterly and annual accounting processes
• Prepare regular financial reports for the overseas head office
• Assist with expense budgeting and variance analysis
• Support external audits and preparation of financial statements
• Assist with ad hoc accounting and finance-related projects

Your Profile

• 3+ years' experience in a similar accounting role
• Big 4 accounting firm experience will be highly regarded
• Experience within banking or financial services would also be highly regarded
• A relevant degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline
• Experience using Xero
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and sound judgement
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Japanese language skills would be advantageous, but are not essential
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team

What's on Offer

• Hybrid working arrangement
• Sydney CBD location
• Opportunity to join an established international financial institution
• Broad exposure across financial reporting, tax, regulatory reporting and budgeting