Senior Accountant – Financial Reporting & Investments

Sydney Grammar School; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sydney Grammar School is seeking an experienced Accountant to join the Finance Team. The role focuses on accurate financial reporting, investment accounting, cashflow forecasting, and compliance, while supporting budgeting and process improvements.

The successful candidate will have CA/CPA qualifications, 5+ years in accounting, and strong Excel and financial systems skills. Commencement is immediate, with the right to work in Australia and engagement with multiple stakeholders within the school

Qualifications

• CA or CPA qualified with at least 5 years relevant accounting experience, preferably including financial reporting, investment accounting, audit and statutory compliance.
• Experience managing month-end and year-end financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, journals and audit support.
• Strong financial analysis skills with variance analysis and commentary.
• Experience with cashflow forecasting and liquidity monitoring.
• Knowledge of BAS, FBT, government submissions and accounting standards.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to work with finance systems and automation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work with multiple stakeholders.
• Supervise and support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis.
• Manage month-end and year-end processes, including reconciliations and journals.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and continuous improvement of finance systems.

Skills

CA or CPA qualified

5+ years accounting experience

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Finance software experience

ERP systems

Job description

Sydney Grammar School is seeking an experienced Accountant to join the Finance Team. The role focuses on accurate financial reporting, investment accounting, cashflow forecasting, and compliance, while supporting budgeting and process improvements.

The successful candidate will have CA/CPA qualifications, 5+ years in accounting, and strong Excel and financial systems skills. Commencement is immediate, with the right to work in Australia and engagement with multiple stakeholders within the school