Senior Financial Accountant

4 weeks ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Penten Full time
Financial Accountant Role

This position plays a pivotal role in the financial management and reporting functions of Penten, a leading cyber technology company. As a Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for overseeing financial and audit activities, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and influencing strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities
  • Complete the monthly analysis of financial results, identifying areas for improvement in financial reporting, processes, and systems.
  • Prepare complex accounting treatment assessments, policies, and procedures, and financial statements in compliance with Australian Accounting Standards.
  • Work with external tax specialists for submission of R&D tax incentive, income tax returns, ASIC submissions, and other compliance activities.
  • Lead the annual audit process, preparing workpapers, liaising with auditors, addressing audit queries, and implementing recommendations from audit reports to strengthen internal controls.
  • Facilitate the monthly and annual financial close, ensuring all period-end processes and journals have been completed correctly and in a timely manner.
Requirements
  • Extensive experience as a Financial Accountant or similar role.
  • Strong knowledge of Australian accounting standards and taxation laws.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and influence decision-making processes.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to address complex business requirements.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate financial concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Qualifications and Eligibility
  • Hold a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with a CA or CPA qualification.
  • Be an Australian citizen with an AGSVA NV1 clearance or higher (or be eligible and willing to undergo the process).
  • Be proficient in financial reporting software and ERP systems.

Penten is a proud equal employment workplace committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, reflective of the community in which we live, work, and play.

We believe diversity of experience, identity, background, perspective, and expression is key to building the best team, products, and company.



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