Senior Financial Accountant

Found in: beBee jobs AU - 1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Link Group Full time
Job Description

Overview

The Senior Financial Accountant, Group Finance is responsible for all consolidation entries and accounting balances that arise on consolidation in order to produce Link Group's financial statements with no audit adjustments. The role also requires the accurate translation of foreign subsidiary financial statements and ensuring that certain transactions (e.g. inter-group management fees, dividends, interest-bearing loans/interest, or other one-off transactions) are accounted for correctly in the relevant legal entity.

Key Accountabilities and Main Responsibilities
  • Ensure all consolidation and elimination entries are recorded in the relevant ledger / financial reporting system (including elimination of all inter-group trading and reconciliation/elimination of all intercompany balances);
  • Accurate translation of foreign subsidiary financial statements into their correct functional currency and Link Group reporting currency;
  • Accounting for external interest-bearing liabilities and interest/financing cost obligations in the relevant legal entity's ledger;
  • Accounting for foreign currency loans to subsidiaries and associated interest obligations;
  • Accounting for transactions impacting upon numerous Link Group entities - e.g. audit fees, management fees, inter-group dividends, distributable profits reserve entries;
  • Ensure appropriate equity accounting entries are processed for all investments in associates;
  • Ensure the correct translation of foreign-subsidiary financial statements into the relevant functional currency and Link Group reporting currency;
  • Ensure timely and precise consolidation of Profit and Loss, Balance Sheet, and cash flow reports
  • Liaise with external auditors, consultants and relevant internal parties to achieve timely and accurate reporting;
  • Assist the Group Senior Financial Accounting Manager with providing reliable and relevant financial and management information across business activities;
  • Providing leadership and managing staff including developing, coaching and mentoring to build commitment to achieving our objectives;
  • Assist the Group Senior Financial Accounting Manager and Head of Financial Reporting with accounting for significant one-off transactions including acquisitions and divestments and accounting for associated costs), Link Group debt re-financing and other transaction support required by shareholders from time to time;
  • Complete and coordinate ad-hoc financial reporting as required and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the financial reporting process;
  • Contribute to Link Group accounting policies & planning and undertake key functions within the Group's financial reporting processes;
  • Drive ongoing process improvement with Finance, including ongoing development of Link Group's financial reporting systems; and
  • Review and drive improvements in the general ledger company, account and cost centre structure to enhance the quality of management information.
    The above list of key accountabilities is not an exhaustive list and may change from time-to-time based on business needs.

    Experience & Personal Attributes
    • 5+ years of experience in accounting and finance within a commercial environment
    • Experience in group reporting and consolidation is essential for this position
    • CA/CPA qualified (or international equivalent)
    • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce
    • Good understanding of current International and Australian Accounting Standards and relevant overseas / Australian Company law
    • Experience with large ERP, TM1 (or other relevant) reporting systems
    • Experience in monitoring regulatory requirements
    • Experience with large corporate structures and the associated consolidation and equity accounting issues
    • Experience with negotiating with internal and external partners
    • Strong commercial focus
    • Excellent problem resolution skills
    • Ability to lead and work within a team
    • Capacity to delegate and monitor progress
    • Ability to think laterally
    • Flexibility and responsiveness, able to work to tight deadlines
    • Strong communication skills
    • Excellent numerate skills
    • Strong PC skills using Word and Excel
      About Us

      Link Group is a leading fund administration and share registry specialist. We are a market leading provider of technology-enabled administration solutions, continually developing our offerings to expand with our clients' needs. Since our inception, Link Group has been entrusted by clients to handle sensitive data in a secure and confidential manner. Our core businesses of fund administration and securities registration are complemented by our expertise in digital solutions and data analytics.

      About the Team

      Our Retirement & Superannuation Solutions division combines its proprietary technology, process and people to deliver a comprehensive financial data solution to its superannuation clients. We support clients across all superannuation fund sectors including government, industry, retail and corporate.

      By accompanying our core member and employer administration with a full range of value-added services, we offer the most comprehensive superannuation administration solution on the market. The scale, adaptability and ease of use of our proprietary systems, in conjunction with our integrated analytics offering, allow us to innovate and grow with the needs of our clients.

      Link Group is building a dynamic, client focused, caring and inclusive culture that is built on the foundations of an entrepreneurial spirit, effective risk management, empathy and trust, and underpinned by its core values.

      We are an inclusive employer whose people work collaboratively. We encourage, support and value the various talents and perspectives of our people and promote a flexible and blended work environment where our people can thrive and their wellbeing is supported. We know that diversity drives better client outcomes, continuous improvement, and growth. Be part of the Link Group journey and together we will achieve our full potential.

      We treat all individuals fairly and equitably and do not discriminate on the basis of diverse characteristics including, but not limited to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, cultural background, physical abilities/disabilities, religious or political belief, marital or family status or carers responsibilities.

      Candidates must have the relevant work rights to be considered for an opportunity at Link Group. Successful applicants will be required to complete background screening prior to commencement of employment.

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