Senior Accountant-Accounting Policy and Advisory

2 weeks ago


Port Melbourne, Australia Transurban Full time

Working at Transurban is different; it's a place where you can see the benefits of your work play out in real life, every day. We create city-sized solutions—building and operating safer, smarter, and more sustainable roads—to solve pressing transport challenges that are slowing cities down.

About the role

We're seeking a Senior Accountant – Accounting Policy and Advisory to provide support in updating group accounting policies and procedures, technical accounting guidance to various parts of the business, major development projects (including acquisitions) and debt / equity market activities.

Working closely with the Accounting Policy and Advisory Leads, you'll assist in the assessment and resolution of significant accounting matters across the Group. This is a truly collaborative role, where you will engage with various stakeholders across other corporate functions of the business such as Treasury, Corporate Finance, Planning and Performance, Accounting Services and Reporting, Forecasting and Analytics, having input in driving key business outcomes.

You'll join an innovative team, who are the backbone of our business. By thinking smarter, sharing better and adapting ahead of the curve, our people here make a meaningful impact – for our customers and our teams.

As our Senior Accountant – Accounting Policy and Advisory you'll contribute to lasting and positive changes that shape the future of our cities and communities. It's meaningful, challenging and exciting work.

Day-to-day, you will:

Assist the Accounting Policy and Advisory Leads in establishing and managing general accounting policies and proceduresApply technical facets of IFRS principles to new transactions, reporting and regulatory issues and provide clear guidance to Operations for changes in accounting and budget / forecasting required for new transactions, reporting and regulatory issuesBe heavily involved in the half year and year-end annual reports, playing a lead role in the preparation of the Group's financial results (complex group disclosures)Assist the Accounting Policy and Advisory Leads with finance related activities during the debt and equity raising process to fund new major developments and acquisitionsAssist the Accounting Policy and Advisory Leads with technical accounting analysis for complex issues arising from business development activity, mergers and acquisitions, organisational change and change in regulatory requirementsDevelop a greater level of technical accounting knowledge across the broader Transurban Accounting Group.

This role will suit someone with a curious mind and transferrable skills and experiences, including:

Tertiary Accounting qualifications plus CPA/CA qualifications (or international equivalent)5-7 years of relevant experience in a professional services or large/complex Corporate environmentPrevious exposure to more complex financial exercises and structuring e.g. Large Group Consolidation, Financial Instruments etcAbility to thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy the challenges a growing business can throw your wayExcellent attention to detail and ability to provide accurate information to key stakeholdersExcellent report writing and communication skillsYou can identify problems before they arise, and independently investigate or adjust before they become a bigger issue (and escalate when needed)Commercially astute, engaging and a natural builder of relationships, you'll enjoy getting on the front foot, embedding yourself in the business and connecting with stakeholders to achieve business outcomes

If you meet some of these requirements, but not all, we encourage you to submit your application.

With a career at Transurban, you'll enjoy a range of benefits, including:

A range of flexible working and leave options, including the option to purchase an additional six weeks of leave each year 16 weeks paid parental leave (regardless of gender or carer status), with no waiting period, with Superannuation paid during unpaid leave as wellLearning and development opportunities to support your career interests Health and wellbeing support—access to Headspace and our EAP program, wellness facilities, and more Share offers and insurance benefits Social activities, community give-back programs and paid volunteer days

We offer a range of flexible working and leave options, so you can balance your work and life commitments and interests. Have a conversation with us about how this could work for you.

We embrace diversity with a foundation of safety, wellbeing and inclusion; where everyone belongs. We treat everyone with fairness, consideration and respect, regardless of gender, gender identity, marital or family status, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, religious beliefs, cultural or socio-economic background, perspective, and experience – whether they work for us or not. We want to ensure everyone feels comfortable and safe to express ideas, questions and concerns.

Ready to help us keep cities moving? Apply today.

Job Type:

Permanent

Closing Date:

23-June-2024 0:00

Please note: The closing date reflects the time zone of the Primary Location for this job posting.

Primary Location:

Melbourne CBD & Inner Suburbs Melbourne VIC

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