Senior Technical Accountant

Edward Mann is recruiting on behalf of a nationally recognised financial services business located in Fortitude Valley for the position of Senior Technical Accountant.

This company is open to sponsorship for the successful candidate, so temporary visa holders are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate’s key function of the role is to provide technical accounting advice to the wider areas of the business for projects and contracts. Additionally, they will also lead the statutory reporting and consolidation process.

This position is paying up to a $150k package + short and long term incentives (bonus, deferred equity respectively).

Responsibilities:

Developing and delivering up-to-date accounting policies and providing the necessary training to the finance business partners and business divisions.
Partnering with the business divisions to analyse contracts/projects/new initiatives and provide technical accounting advice to deliver beneficial outcomes for the Group.
Managing the Statutory reporting for standalone subsidiaries on an annual basis.
Leading (under direction of manager) to deliver the Group’s consolidated annual and interim financial statements.
Provide technical advice and thought leadership to the Group Finance team on topics relating to Group accounting matters and policies.
Influence the Group’s external auditor to acquire technical clearance on technical accounting matters.
Manage and implement changes to accounting standards and IFRIC decisions.
Assist in the delivery of the Group’s Consolidated half-year and annual statutory reporting.
Ensure completeness and accuracy of financial statement disclosures.
Analyse and fulfil improvements to the Group’s legal entity structure.

Experience, Attributes and Qualifications:

CA/CPA qualified or equivalent with extensive post qualified experience (those without will also be considered).
Financial Services background (desirable).
Demonstrated experience in interpreting and applying accounting standards.
Strong stakeholder engagement capabilities across all levels.
Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbal and written) with influence.
Experience operating and delivering results in a matrix environment and leveraging relationships to influence and drive outcomes.
Business and commercial acumen, integrity, reputation, and proven track record of success.
Captivating mindset with a scope to execute continuous improvement.

For more information, please apply ASAP.

Edward Mann Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Edward Mann Ltd is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply.