Senior Accountant

About Foundation Housing

At Foundation Housing Ltd (FHL), we believe a home is more than a roof over your head. It’s the foundation for safety, wellbeing and connection.

As one of Western Australia’s leading community housing providers, we support over 3,500 people across the state, from Perth to the Pilbara and Kimberley, with safe, secure, and affordable housing options.

We provide social and affordable homes, lodging, youth and shared housing, and disability housing – and we’re growing. In the past year alone, we’ve added new affordable apartments, specialist disability projects, and been named the preferred proponent for new social housing developments.

Our vision is a home for everyone, and we’re looking for someone who shares our purpose to join us in this mission.

The Opportunity

FHL is looking for a full‑time Senior Accountant based in Leederville, WA. This role is responsible for ensuring FHL’s accounting and financial activities are appropriately and effectively managed to meet internal and external stakeholder needs. You will work closely with the Financial Controller to provide financial, strategic and operational support.

Responsibilities

- Ownership of month‑end close process, including journals and reconciliations.

- Preparation of management accounts, reporting and variance analysis.

- Preparation of year‑end statutory accounts.

- Assisting with internal and external audits, and associated interface with auditors.

- Preparation of budgets & forecasts.

- Partner with Development and Property Services teams to create a connected and collaborative working environment.

- Responsibility for intercompany and consolidation needs of the organisation including reporting, inter‑company charges, and adherence to intercompany agreements.

- Partner with the executive and senior leadership teams to deliver financial modelling and scenario planning for growth initiatives and restructures.

- Collaborate with other departments to analyse expenditure and prepare management reports for use by senior management and departments as required.

- Treasury responsibilities including cash management, cash‑flow forecasting, and compliance with debt / equity covenants.

- Act as point of contact with external auditors, banks, financiers, and government regulators.

- Compliance reporting responsibilities including grant returns, acquittals, government & regulatory reports, and financier reports.

- Assist with BAS and GST compliance and other matters.

- Preparation and lodgement of the annual FBT return.

What You’ll Bring

To qualify, you will need a minimum of five years’ experience, CPA/CA qualification together with a Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance. Demonstrated experience in the financial and accounting functions of medium to large sized entities.

- Expertise in the knowledge and application of accounting standards.

- Proven understanding of taxation legislation, specifically Income Tax Exempt Charities, GST, & FBT.

- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

- Excellent decision making, problem solving, analytical skills.

- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

- Proficient computer software skills, including experience with accounting / finance systems, financial modelling, and Microsoft Office applications.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

Purpose‑led organisation – make a meaningful difference in your work every day.

A culture of kindness; caring is our most shared value, and you’ll see it every day in the work our people do.

95% of our team recommend FHL as a great place to work.

The Perks

- Not‑for‑Profit Salary Packaging (up to $15,899 + $2,650 meal/entertainment card; reducing your taxable income)

- Wellness Allowance ($200) + 2 x Wellness Days per year

- Hybrid work environment (2 days WFH)

- Employee Assistance Program (6 sessions annually + resilience app)

- Modern offices in central Leederville

Foundation Housing Limited (FHL) is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We encourage people with a disability, people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, those from culturally diverse backgrounds and people who identify as LGBTIQ+ to apply.

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