Senior Accountant

Norths Devils Leagues Club; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transport allowance

Meal allowances

Telephone allowances

Job summary

The Northern Suburbs Rugby League Club in Brisbane is seeking a capable Senior Accountant to support the General Manager and Group Financial Controller in daily financial operations. You will own key reporting and assist in strategic financial planning within a community-focused club.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will deliver accurate financial information, manage budgets, forecasts, and payroll, and work closely with senior stakeholders to enable informed decision-making across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
• CA/CPA qualification desirable but not essential.
• Experience in a senior accounting/finance role, ideally in a multi-entity or SME environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting standards.
• Experience using Xero and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for review by the General Manager and Board.
• Assist with budgeting and variance analysis, highlighting variances with supporting analysis.
• Monitor cash flow and maintain forecasts to support day-to-day operations.
• Support payroll function and payroll compliance, with backup as needed.
• Handle reconciliations, journals, and month-end processes; ensure regulatory reporting.
• Support compliance with AUSTRAC for gaming and QRO for payroll tax obligations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes and systems.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Cash flow forecasting

Payroll support

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

Excel proficiency

Xero experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting

CA or CPA qualification desirable

Tools

Excel

Xero

Payroll system

Job description

The Northern Suburbs Rugby League Club, incorporating the licenced club and the football club (for accounting purposes), is an important hub for community support and rugby league growth in Brisbane’s northern suburbs.

We are seeking a capable and detail-orientated Senior Accountant to support the General Manager and Group Financial Controller in the day-to-day financial operations of the Club. This role is suited to an experienced accounting professional who is looking to contribute to a community-focused organisation while taking ownership of key financial processes and reporting responsibilities.

About the role

Reporting to the General Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the Club’s financial operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and reliable financial information is available to support effective decision-making across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and delivering timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for review by the General Manager and presentation to the Board of Directors.
• Assisting with the development of budgets and monitoring performance against budget, including highlighting variances and providing supporting analysis
• Monitoring cash flow and maintaining up-to‑date forecasts to support the Club’s day-to-day operational requirements
• Supporting the payroll function, including maintaining the payroll system, assisting with payroll compliance, and providing backup support when payroll staff are unavailable
• Responsible for general accounting tasks including reconciliations, journals, and month-end processes
• Supporting compliance with relevant financial regulations and reporting requirements, including AUSTRAC requirements for gaming and QRO for payroll tax obligations
• Contributing to continuous improvement of financial processes and systems

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
• A CA, CPA or equivalent qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Proven experience in a senior accounting or finance role, ideally within a multi‑entity or SME environment
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting standards
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret and present financial data
• Proven capability to work closely with senior stakeholders, including General Managers, Group Financial Controller and Boards, with strong communication and reporting skills
• Experience using financial systems and software, with solid proficiency in Excel and Xero
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Strong attention to detail and a hands‑on approach to day‑to‑day financial tasks
• Experience supporting or overseeing payroll processes and general finance operations will be highly regarded
• Exposure to hospitality, club, or gaming industry is advantageous (RSA and RSG certification preferred)
• A collaborative and professional approach, with the ability to contribute to a positive team culture while maintaining accountability for outcomes.
• Possess a positive and supporting view of the club industry and their contributions in the community, including the gaming aspects that are part of club offerings
• This is an opportunity to be part of a community‑focused organisation where your contribution will directly support both local initiatives and the growth of rugby league in the region.
• Work alongside an experienced General Manager and the Group Financial Controller in a supportive, collaborative, and down‑to‑earth team environment.
• Competitive salary package including transport, meals & telephone allowances
• Take advantage of genuine opportunities for professional growth, development, and increased responsibility for the right person.