Senior Accountant: Finance Advisory & Automation (Remote)

Lucent Advisory; Adelaide; Remote; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Collaborative team environment

Direct client exposure

Leadership development opportunities

AI and automation tools

Job summary

Lucent Advisory is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its CFO Team, blending accounting, advisory and technology to sharpen client decision-making. You will lead finance operations across portfolios, drive automation and deliver strategic insights in partnership with Managers and clients.

The role emphasises cloud-based systems, automation, and proactive advisory work, with opportunities to grow leadership capabilities within a nationally connected firm.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in a similar role within public practice or outsourced finance.
• Strong technical accounting and reporting expertise.
• Experience reviewing work and supporting junior team members.
• Proven capability with cloud-based systems, especially Xero.
• Experience in month end reporting, budgeting and forecasting."
• CA or CPA qualified (or near completion).
• Interest in technology, automation and AI driven efficiencies.
• Growth mindset focused on continuous improvement.
• Client-focused approach delivering real value.
• Confidence using automation and AI-enabled tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee client finance operations and daily accounting across client portfolios.
• Deliver high-quality accounting support, advisory insights and process improvements.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with Managers and clients.

Skills

Client relationships

Financial analysis

Month-end reporting

Automation interest

Communication skills

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Tools

Xero

Job description

Lucent Advisory is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its CFO Team, blending accounting, advisory and technology to sharpen client decision-making. You will lead finance operations across portfolios, drive automation and deliver strategic insights in partnership with Managers and clients.

The role emphasises cloud-based systems, automation, and proactive advisory work, with opportunities to grow leadership capabilities within a nationally connected firm.