Senior Financial Accountant — Immediate Start, Sap Expert

Sharp & Carter; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer of Choice recognition

Flexible work arrangements

Wellbeing programs

Career growth opportunities

Recognition programs

Job summary

Standards Australia in Sydney is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant with SAP expertise to join immediately. You will own month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, asset and lease registers, and support tax and audit processes.

You will work across four entities, manage intercompany transactions, prepare BAS, and contribute to forecasting and annual budgets. The role requires 5+ years' experience, CA/CPA progression, advanced Excel, and familiarity with ERP systems such as Pronto, Xero

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Financial Accountant in a commercial environment.
• Experience with month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ability to prepare audit work papers and liaise with external auditors.
• Knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and BAS/tax reporting desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and month-end close.
• Prepare P&L analysis and monthly management reporting.
• Assist with year-end statutory accounts and audits.
• Manage intercompany transactions across entities.
• Support tax compliance and BAS preparation.
• Prepare cash flow reporting and assist project reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Organisational skills

English communication

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Pronto ERP

Xero

MYOB

Job description

Senior Financial Accountant Immediate Start SAP Expert

Perform balance sheet reconciliations, month-end and year-end closing activities and processes for relevant areas (inclusive of prepayments and accruals).

Accurate recording and maintenance of Asset and Lease Registers.

Monthly Sales reconciliation and billing.

Assist payroll team for fortnightly employee payroll reconciliation.

Assist in preparing the monthly and quarter tax compliance documents, i.e. BAS and State royalty calculation, working with taxation advisers (big four firm).

Review and assist in preparation of audit work papers for half-year and year-end audits, and liaising with the auditors for detailed queries (big four firm).

Other corporate accounting duties or supervision of duties as assigned.

Management Accounting

Weekly and monthly Cash flow analysis and forecast.

Analysis of monthly P&L activity, variances to forecast, and contribute to the monthly management reporting.

Participate in the annual budget process for the Company and interim forecasting.

Skills, knowledge and experience requirement

• Strong analyticalskills and ability to work independently.
• Detail-oriented and demonstrates a can-do positive attitude.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others in a team environment, in office or remotely.
• Self-starter with solid organisational skills and ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and different stakeholders.
• Excellent English communication skills, verbal and written.
• Excellent skills in MS Excel and Word. Advanced knowledge in Excel, incl understanding concepts of databases, use of mathematical, logical, statistical and financial functions desirable.
• Knowledge of Pronto ERP or other main ERP systems desirable.
• Tax experience in general corporate tax laws desirable.
• Minimum of 5+ years experience as a Financial Accountant in a commercial finance environment or similar business service environment.

Qualification requirement

Bachelor's degree with Accounting, Fiance or Business majors required.

Who are we?

Standards Australia (SA) is the peak standards development organisation in Australia, with a rich history that dates back to 1922. We proudly employ over 200 professionals dedicated to helping shape Australia’s future and enabling the safe and sustainable progress of Australian communities.

Our organisation brings experts together to create national and international standards that serve as essential guidelines for products and services, ultimately benefiting the Australian community. Our vision is to be the trusted voice that delivers confidence in a changing world.

About the role

In this role you will ensure all financial information is accurately collected, analysed, interpreted and reported in a timely manner. You will own month-end close tasks, balance sheet reconciliations, internal project reporting and assist with statutory tax & financial reporting obligations.

What you’ll do

• Perform month-end financial accounting tasks, including journal postings and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage month-end P&L and balance sheet variance analysis.
• Assist with preparation of year-end statutory accounts including preparation of audit work papers and audit requests.
• Assist with tax reporting obligations including FBT, Workers Compensation and preparation of monthly BASs.
• Preparation of externally funded projects reporting and holding meetings with project managers.

More Details – Responsibilities

• Own monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations across the Group entities and resolve outstanding items.
• Prepare and post month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments, payroll, provisions and depreciation.
• Manage intercompany transactions, allocations and reconciliations across four entities.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and AASB 16 reporting schedules.
• Prepare weekly cash flow forecasts and respond to internal and customer data queries.
• Prepare and lodge BAS and support year-end close, produce statutory financial statements and manage external audit requirements.
• Prepare weekly and monthly financial, operational and revenue reporting, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting.
• Use AI tools to improve reconciliations, reporting and control processes.
• Support AP, AR, billings, payroll and ad hoc finance projects as required.

Candidate Profile

You are a hands-on Financial Accountant who enjoys preparing the work, understanding the detail and taking ownership through to completion. Ideally, CA or CPA qualified, or actively progressing towards completion, with at least five years’ relevant experience you bring sound knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards, GST and BAS, together with practical multi-entity, intercompany and month-end accounting experience.

Advanced Excel capability and practical workplace use of AI tools are essential. The existing team are advanced in their usage and need to supplement the team with someone who carries these skills. Experience with financial systems (Xero, MYOB or equivalent sized package) is also essential. You are organised, curious and mature, communicate well across the business and are motivated by the opportunity to move your career forward within an ambitious and growing organisation. Australian citizenship or permanent residency is required, as sponsorship is not available.

Culture & Benefits

• Standards Australia is proud to have been awarded the prestigious Employer of Choice Award for two consecutive years, 2023 and 2024. This recognition highlights our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace and fostering a culture of excellence. Our iCARE values form the basis of all we do - Integrity, Courage, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.
• We offer a range of People Perks that support flexibility, wellbeing, career growth, and recognition—helping you thrive at work and beyond.