Senior Financial Accountant

Hatch; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Payments Plus (AP+) in Sydney is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to manage day-to-day finance functions, ensuring accurate recording and timely reporting in line with Australian Accounting Standards. The role supports treasury, tax and compliance, with a focus on year-end and audit readiness.

You'll lead month-end close, prepare financial statements, and provide audit documentation while collaborating across teams and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality outputs on time.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Finance, Economics or Accounting.
• CPA or CA qualification.
• Minimum 5 years' directly relevant finance experience within a payments organisation.
• External audit experience.
• Experience in the preparation and review of financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Supporting audits and financial statements.
• Managing month-end processes.
• Ensuring compliance.

Skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Collaboration

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate degree in Finance, Economics or Accounting

Job description

This is a Senior Financial Accountant role with Australian Payments Plus based in Sydney, NSW, AU

Australian Payments Plus

Role Seniority - senior

More about the Senior Financial Accountant role at Australian Payments Plus

Life @ AP+

We are one connected team in pursuit of one inspiring purpose – to unite people and technology to power better experiences. Each of us has a part to play in making that happen. You’ll be encouraged to bring your big ideas forward and make a difference through your work. Taking steps forward in your career whilst still having room for fun, friendships, and flexibility in your daily life. We’re driven by our core values: lead with heart, learn for tomorrow and live our legacy. A purpose like ours takes the inspired impact of an incredible team. Ready to change the game? We’re ready to help you do it.

The Purpose

As a Senior Financial Accountant at AP+, you will be responsible for the day-to-day finance functions to ensure the accurate recording and timely reporting of financial information for AP+ in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and Company policies. This role also supports Treasury, Tax and compliance obligations, with a core focus on year-end and audit requirements.

Expected Day-to-day Activities

Audit & Financial Statements

• Provide supporting documentation and analysis for the year-end external audit.
• Assist in the preparation and review of statutory financial statements.

Month End

• Prepare, review and post month-end journals as required.
• Support timely and accurate month-end close processes.

Reconciliations

• Prepare and review high-quality balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure adherence to accounting standards and AP+ policies.

Technical Accounting

• Apply accounting standards to operational matters.
• Prepare technical accounting memos and provide advice on areas such as leasing and commercial agreements.

Tax

• Support the management of AP+'s tax obligations as required.

Financial Compliance

• Assist in ensuring AP+ meets its compliance obligations and compulsory government reporting requirements.

Experience & Background

• An undergraduate degree in Finance, Economics or Accounting.
• CPA or CA qualification.
• Minimum 5 years' directly relevant finance experience within a payment's organisation.
• External audit experience.
• Experience in the preparation and review of financial statements.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and work collaboratively to deliver solutions.
• A proactive mindset during change, encouraging flexibility and helping others see opportunities.
• A collaborative approach, working effectively across teams and with external stakeholders.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality outputs on time.
• A leadership style that fosters psychological safety, values diverse perspectives, and empowers others to take ownership and try new solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting audits and financial statements
• Managing month-end processes
• Ensuring compliance

Key Strengths

• Financial reporting
• Audit support
• Tax compliance
• Problem-solving
• Leadership
• Adaptability