Financial Accountant | Silverwater

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

Job summary

Gema Group is seeking a Financial Accountant to join the finance team at our Silverwater head office on a 12-month fixed-term contract, covering parental leave. You will manage financial records, prepare accurate reporting, and help ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations across cost centres.

You will be the main point of contact for finance matters, requiring strong communication and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Financial Accountant or in a similar role.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience with financial reporting and reconciliation; comfortable with Excel.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• CPA or CA qualification (or pursuing) is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse financial statements, balance sheets, and P&L reports.
• Prepare statutory returns (FBT, GST, ABS and similar).
• Prepare and review venue and event commission reports.
• Reconcile bank statements and balance sheet ledgers; resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with budget preparation, forecasting, and monitoring against budget.
• Support internal and external audits and implement recommendations.
• Maintain accurate financial records using accounting software and systems.
• Conduct financial analysis to support management decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and adopt best practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Communication

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CA qualification (or working towards)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Financial Accountant | Fixed-Term 12 Month Paternity Leave Contract

Gema Group is a family-owned Australian hospitality and catering business, proudly operating since 1984. With 16 venues across Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland, and major event partnerships including the Australian Open, Formula One Grand Prix, and Supercars, we bring exceptional food, service, and experiences to some of the country's biggest stages.

We're looking for a Financial Accountant to join our finance team at our Silverwater head office on a 12-month fixed-term contract, covering parental leave. This is a great opportunity for someone with a sharp eye for detail and a genuine interest in hospitality or catering finance, who enjoys being the go-to person for their cost centres and takes pride in getting the numbers right.

About the Role

As our Financial Accountant, you'll manage financial records, prepare accurate and timely reporting, and help ensure Gema Group stays compliant with accounting standards and regulations. You'll be the main point of contact for finance matters across your assigned cost centres, so strong communication and a collaborative approach are just as important as technical accuracy.

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing and analysing financial statements, balance sheets, and profit and loss reports
• Preparing statutory returns (FBT, GST, ABS and similar)
• Preparing and reviewing venue and event commission reports
• Reconciling bank statements, accounts payable/receivable, and other balance sheet ledgers — and investigating and resolving any discrepancies
• Assisting with budget preparation and forecasting, and monitoring performance against budget
• Supporting internal and external audits and helping implement recommendations
• Maintaining accurate financial records using our accounting software and systems
• Conducting financial analysis to support decision-making and reporting to management
• Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and adopting best practice
• Adhering to ISO standards and Gema's IMS policies across safety, quality, and environment

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience as a Financial Accountant or in a similar role, experience in catering or hospitality is a bonus
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to consistently meet deadlines
• Confidence with accounting software and Microsoft Excel, plus experience in financial reporting and reconciliation
• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA or CA qualification (or working towards) is highly regarded

Why Gema Group?

Join a business with a proud 40-year history and a genuinely people-first culture, where your work directly supports some of Australia's most iconic events and venues. You'll be part of a close-knit finance team, with real ownership over your cost centres and the chance to make a tangible impact.

Based at our Head Office, Silverwater NSW