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Senior Accountant - Transformation Project

Melbourne Temporary View Job Description
We are seeking a technically strong Senior Accountant to support a period of transformation and growth. This role will focus on improving data integrity, strengthening financial controls, and ensuring the accuracy of the accounts before a major finance systems and process uplift. The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing the organisation for increased automation, enhanced reporting.The role commences immediately.
  • Melbourne, CBD (Hybrid Working Arrangement)
  • $140,000-180,000 Excluding Superannuation

About Our Client

A reputable organisation operating in the industrial and manufacturing sector, located in Melbourne's CBD.

Job Description

Key responsibilities include but not limited to:

    • Reconciling statutory financial statements and audit adjustments to monthly management reporting
    • Supporting the migration of financial data from one system to another (Oracle)
    • Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations and validating system data uploads
    • Enhancing the finance control framework and reporting governance
    • Ad hoc project accounting work as requested by SLT
    • Investigating and resolving discrepancies across systems, reports, and underlying financial data
    • Driving improvements in data accuracy, integrity, and reporting quality to support Executive and Board-level decision-making



The Successful Applicant

A successful candidate should have/be:

  • CA/CPA
  • Audit background highly regarded
  • A strong background in accounting and finance within the industrial or manufacturing sector.
  • Proven ability to manage financial operations and reporting processes effectively.
  • Experience working in an organisation experiencing transformation (ERP upgrade, implementation, business separation, acquisitions etc.)
  • Knowledge of Australian accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Proficiency in financial software and tools.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive remuneration.
  • Temporary position offering flexibility and valuable experience.
  • Convenient location in Melbourne's CBD in outstanding new offices.
  • Hybrid working arrangement



Contact
Matthew Roberts
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7104855
Phone number
+(61) 466534135

Job summary

Function
Accounting & Finance
Specialisation
Financial Accounting
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Melbourne
Job Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Matthew Roberts
Consultant phone
+(61) 466534135
Job Reference
JN-092026-7104855

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