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Senior Accountant

Claremont Permanent AU$12,000 - AU$133,000 per year View Job Description
This role is responsible for providing financial analysis, reporting, governance and compliance support to the university
  • Solve complex challenges and drive compliant, employee-focused outcomes
  • Drive forecasting and strategic reporting across complex projects

About Our Client

Our client is one of Australia's leading public University's looking to taken on a Senior Accountant to drive projects and provide financial insight

Job Description

  • Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting for a high-profile remediation program.
  • Deliver financial analysis and insights to support key business decisions.
  • Manage complex reconciliations and ensure financial data integrity.
  • Partner with Finance, HR, Payroll and project stakeholders across the University.
  • Monitor program expenditure, track performance and identify financial risks.
  • Support audit, compliance and governance requirements within the program.
  • Develop and enhance financial controls, processes and reporting frameworks.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across finance and payroll operations.

The Successful Applicant

A successful 'Senior Accountant' should have:

  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting
  • CA, CPA or Equivalent Qualification
  • Extensive knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards, payroll legislation, Fair Work Act compliance, and external audit requirements.
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage large datasets and complex financial scenarios
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly present financial concepts to diverse stakeholders.
  • Excellent planning and organisational skills, demonstrating initiative and the ability to manage multiple priorities to meet critical deadlines.

What's on Offer

  • Permanent Senior Accountant position in Perth.
  • Salary of $120,000 - $132,000 + 17% superannuation.
  • Flexible working arrangements when required
  • On-site parking



If you or someone you know is interested, click apply!

Contact
Hamish Abercromby
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7128557
Phone number
+61 8 6430 6409

Job summary

Function
Construction
Specialisation
Accounts Assistant
Industry
Public Sector
Location
Claremont
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Hamish Abercromby
Consultant phone
+61 8 6430 6409
Job Reference
JN-102026-7128557

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