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Senior Accountant

Subiaco Permanent AU$100,000 - AU$120,000 per year Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
Exciting opportunity for a Senior Accountant to join a newly established business and make the finance function your own. This role will be responsible for streamlining processes and improving financial controls, alongside mentoring and developing a small finance team.
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  • Competitive flexible working arrangements
  • Opportunity to grow with the business into a Finance Manager position

About Our Client

Our client is a newly created group that owns and operates early learning centres in Western Australia, with aspirations of future growth to have a significant presence within the early childhood education sector.

Job Description

  • Manage day-to-day financial operations, including preparation of month end accounts, overseeing payroll, accounts payable and receivable ensuring compliance with all financial regulations.
  • Lodging indirect taxes such as super, payroll tax, ATO, BAS, and FBT.
  • Develop and implement financial policies and procedures.
  • Alongside the CFO & CEO, manage the budgeting and forecasting processes, monitor financial performance and analyse variances.
  • Prepare and deliver detailed monthly management reports, financial statements, and cash flow forecasts to senior management and stakeholders.
  • Oversee the month-end closing process, ensuring accurate financial records, compliance with accounting standards, and preparation of annual financial statements.
  • Lead and develop a team of two.
  • Liaise with external auditors, manage yearly insurance renewals, and ensure all statutory compliance requirements are met.
  • Work closely with other departments to develop business leader's financial acumen, ensuring alignment with financial goals.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Accountant should have:

  • A degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, with professional qualification (CA/CPA).
  • 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance function
  • Previous experience working in a hands-on position managing a small team.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence within the business.
  • Excellent attention to detail and numerical proficiency.

What's on Offer

  • A supportive and inclusive team culture.
  • Opportunity to join a newly established business and make the finance function your own.
  • Competitive flexible working arrangements.
  • Permanent role with stability and growth opportunities.
Contact
Adam Frost
Quote job ref
JN-102024-6568250
Phone number
0406 860 464

Job summary

Function
Accounting & Finance
Specialisation
Financial Accounting
What is your industry?
Business Services
Location
Subiaco
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Adam Frost
Consultant phone
0406 860 464
Job Reference
JN-102024-6568250
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. PageGroup acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land we operate on.