Senior Financial Accountant - Year-End & Audit (Contract)

Richard Lloyd Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

Richard Lloyd Recruitment seeks a Senior Financial Accountant for a temporary year-end assignment in Sydney. The role focuses on period-end closing, reporting, and supporting audits, with a strong emphasis on reconciliations and financial statement preparation.

Ideal candidates are CA-qualified with external audit experience, capable of liaising between internal teams and external auditors, and delivering accurate, timely financial information in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Immediate availability is required.
• CA qualification with experience/training as an External Auditor.
• Experience in industry is preferred (3+ months).
• Strong technical knowledge with experience producing and reviewing financial statements.
• Experience in financial services is helpful but not essential.
• Excellent communication to coordinate between internal and external teams.
• Analytical mindset able to dissect data and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Reconciling local and head office P&L statements.
• Month-end processing and closing activities.
• Assist with P&L review for the consolidated entity.
• Prepare financial statements for year-end.
• Coordinate with external auditors and finance team.
• Handle audit queries and assemble submission files.

Skills

Immediate availability

External Auditor experience

Strong communicator

Analytical thinker

Education

CA qualification

Job description

Richard Lloyd Recruitment seeks a Senior Financial Accountant for a temporary year-end assignment in Sydney. The role focuses on period-end closing, reporting, and supporting audits, with a strong emphasis on reconciliations and financial statement preparation.

Ideal candidates are CA-qualified with external audit experience, capable of liaising between internal teams and external auditors, and delivering accurate, timely financial information in a fast-paced environment.