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GM Group Accounting

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Xero Full time
This is a GM Group Accounting role with Xero based in Sydney, NSW, AU
== Xero ==

Role Seniority - senior

More about the GM Group Accounting role at Xero

How you'll make an impact

As the GM Group Accounting, you'll be a senior leader within our global Finance team, specifically overseeing the core accounting operations. You will be instrumental in ensuring the efficiency and accuracy of our month-end close processes, driving continuous improvement through the strategic adoption of technology and AI, and fostering a high-performing team culture. You will be a key influencer and leader in cross-functional projects, ensuring seamless collaboration across the business.

What you'll do

  • Lead and optimize the month-end close process for all group entities, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timely completion of financial statements and reports. 

  • Drive efficiencies and continuous improvement across all group accounting functions by leveraging technology, automation, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions. 

  • Provide strong, engaging, and motivating leadership to a team of 15, including 3 direct reports. Foster a culture of accountability, development, and high performance. 

  • Act as the lead for cross-functional projects impacting the accounting function, collaborating effectively with other departments (e.g., FP&A, Tax, Billing, Procurement) to achieve shared objectives. 

  • Oversee Accounts Payable operations, ensuring efficient processing, accurate recording, and timely payments. Be the accounting team lead for integration of Xero's recent $4 Billion acquisition of world class SMB payments player, Melio. 

  • Influence key stakeholders across the business and executive levels on accounting policies, processes, and strategic initiatives. 

  • Ensure the accuracy and integrity of general ledger accounts and financial data. 

  • Develop and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance. 

  • Contribute to the strategic direction of the wider Accounting team and Finance function. 

Success looks like

  • Month-end close processes are consistently completed efficiently, accurately, and on time. 

  • Significant improvements in accounting efficiency and accuracy are achieved through the successful implementation of technology and AI. 

  • You foster a highly engaged, skilled, and high-performing group accounting team. 

  • You successfully lead and influence outcomes in key cross-functional projects. 

  • Accounts Payable operations are streamlined and effectively managed. 

  • You live by the Xero values and help foster our culture. You build strong relationships with members of the finance team and wider business. 

What you'll bring with you

  • Critical Competencies

  • Ability to work with speed and urgency, demonstrating a proactive approach to meeting deadlines and adapting to fast-paced environments. 

  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. 

  • Proven problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 

  • Strong written and verbal communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with a proven ability to influence. 

  • Willingness to be involved as an active member of the Xero team.

  • Experience

  • Significant experience (15+ years) in senior finance or accounting roles, with significant experience in group accounting and month-end close processes. 

  • Proven experience in driving efficiency improvements through technology adoption and process automation (including AI). 

  • Demonstrated experience in leading and developing high-performing teams. 

  • Extensive experience leading and participating in cross-functional projects. 

  • Appropriate qualification, for example, Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent. 

Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you'll be learning new things all the time and the Xero team will be there to support your growth.

Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what's outlined

Key Responsibilities
  • Leading and optimizing the month-end close process
  • Driving efficiencies and continuous improvement
  • Providing strong, engaging, and motivating leadership
Key Strengths
  • Leadership
  • Financial acumen
  • Technology adoption
  • Project management
  • Communication skills
  • Analytical skills
Why Xero is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that's right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume.

A Final Note: This is a role with Xero not with Hatch.