Maternity Leave Financial Accountant — SAP & Reporting

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

Job summary

SunRice is seeking a motivated Financial Accountant to join our Finance team on a maternity leave contract up to September 2027. The role focuses on accurate financial reporting, strong controls, and month-end close activities, collaborating with stakeholders across the business.

You will work with the General Accounting team on reconciliations, financial reporting, and process improvements, ensuring SAP-based processes are executed efficiently and aligned with standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Commerce or Finance.
• CPA or CA qualified, or working towards.
• 3–5 years' experience in a Financial Accountant or similar role.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and month-end processes.
• Experience with balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting.
• SAP experience is essential.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments, provisions, and reclassifications.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate outstanding items.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Analyse financial results and provide variance commentary.
• Support external and internal audit requirements.
• Monitor and maintain fixed asset accounting and project-related accounting records.
• Work closely with business stakeholders to resolve accounting issues and improve financial processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and finance transformation initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and internal controls.

Skills

General ledger

Month-end processes

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Accounting/Commerce/Finance degree

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

SunRice is seeking a motivated Financial Accountant to join our Finance team on a maternity leave contract up to September 2027. The role focuses on accurate financial reporting, strong controls, and month-end close activities, collaborating with stakeholders across the business.

You will work with the General Accounting team on reconciliations, financial reporting, and process improvements, ensuring SAP-based processes are executed efficiently and aligned with standards.