Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant role in Sydney Olympic Park. Permanent full time position with ANZ reporting exposure. The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Financial Accountant to join a well-established mid-to-large organisation based in Sydney Olympic Park.Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role will play a key part in the financial accounting, statutory reporting and compliance obligations across Australia and New Zealand. This position is well suited to someone who enjoys working hands on in the detail, while also maintaining strong commercial awareness and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
You will be joining a collaborative and professional finance team where quality, accuracy and value add are highly regarded.
Key Responsibilities

Prepare income tax returns and related disclosures, ensuring timely lodgement and compliance with Australian and New Zealand tax legislation

Assist with the preparation and review of transfer pricing documentation and calculations

Perform tax effect accounting including income tax provisions, deferred tax calculations and quarterly reporting

Prepare Business Activity Statements and complete GST apportionment analysis

Prepare annual consolidated financial statements, ESG reporting and supporting disclosures

Review and analyse profit and loss movements and variances, providing clear commentary and insights

Support forecasting cycles and annual budget preparation

Complete balance sheet reconciliations with appropriate supporting documentation

Coordinate internal and external audit requests and assist with resolving findings

Participate in the development and enhancement of internal controls, policies and procedures

Contribute to system improvements and process optimisation initiatives

Supervise and support an Assistant Accountant

Assist with ad hoc accounting and reporting requirements as required

About You
You are a proactive and detail focused Financial Accountant with experience in a mid to large sized organisation. You are comfortable managing statutory obligations alongside internal reporting and enjoy working in a deadline driven environment.

You bring a positive attitude, strong communication skills and a genuine desire to add value to both the finance function and the broader business.
Qualifications and Experience

Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Business or Commerce

CA or CPA preferred but not essential

Skills and Experience

Minimum three years experience in a similar Financial Accountant role

Strong technical knowledge of Australian and New Zealand accounting standards and tax requirements

Advanced Excel skills highly desirable

Experience with Power BI and Onestream is highly regarded

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Self motivated, organised and able to manage competing priorities

Collaborative team player with strong stakeholder engagement skills

Solutions focused mindset and commitment to continuous improvement

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