Finance Professional for Financial Control

6 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeAccountant Full time $113,926 - $123,302
Job Title:

Financial Control Accountant


Job Description:

The Financial Control & Compliance function has accountability for the university-wide financial control environment and associated compliance policies and processes. This includes statutory financial reporting and external audit, controlled entity accounting and reporting, technical accounting advisory, infrastructure and asset accounting, and tax management and advisory.

This role works across all teams within the Financial Control & Compliance function. The Financial Control Accountant reports to the relevant Manager and has no direct reports.


Responsibilities:
  • Prepare and deliver standard month-end and year-end financial reports and other relevant reporting to ensure data reported is accurate and deadlines are met
  • Collaborate with colleagues to provide value-adding insights, accounting support and advice to internal and external stakeholders, including technical accounting assessments and the proactive assessment and coordination of the implementation of changes in upcoming accounting standards, to ensure best practice customer service is maintained
  • Maintain a broad, contemporary and substantial level of technical accounting knowledge and skills, including an in-depth knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and Interpretations as well as relevant legislation and regulatory requirements, to ensure Finance systems and processes are best practice and aligned with statutory standards
  • Act as a subject matter expert, in area of responsibility, by providing accurate, timely responses to, sometimes complex, questions and queries to ensure customer service standards are maintained or exceeded
  • Recommend improvements to processes where opportunities to develop more effective or efficient ways of operating are identified to ensure a culture of continuous improvement is fostered and maintained

Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • Tertiary qualification in Accounting and CA/CPA qualified, with demonstrated successful experience in a similar role in an Accounting/Financial context with ongoing high performance
  • Demonstrated ability to proactively and successfully analyse and resolve difficult issues, such as the resolution of more complex ledger accounts, in a timely and efficient manner
  • In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other relevant programs, as well as demonstrated substantial experience with a variety of finance systems
  • Extensive knowledge and understanding of technical accounting including experience in applying the relevant Australian Accounting Standards and Interpretations and providing the required accounting support to stakeholders
  • Understanding of financial risks and relevant mitigating controls across end-to-end financial processes
  • Demonstrated attention to detail and the ability to prioritise multiple tasks
  • Well-developed verbal and written communication skills to efficiently and professionally manage stakeholder expectations, achieve Finance outcomes, and work collaboratively in a team environment

Benefits:

The University values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for staff as well as students. We encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

  • Financial Control Accountant

    7 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Hays | Accountancy & Finance Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Your new company Our client, a well-known financial services corporation, is looking for a Financial Control Accountant to join one of their transformation teams. This role requires you to be immediately available to start ASAP. The office is based in Sydney CBD and offers hybrid working.Your new roleEnsure general ledger integrity through effective...

  • Senior Finance Professional

    2 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeTreasury Full time $100,000 - $140,000

    Job OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced professional to join our Treasury Financial Control team. The successful candidate will play a key role in advising on Balance Sheet and P&L reporting, preparing and reviewing financial submissions, and managing FX exposures.Key ResponsibilitiesAdvising on key drivers impacting Balance Sheet and P&L...

  • Financial Controls Professional

    5 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeCompliance Full time $80,000 - $120,000

    Job Title:Finance Compliance SpecialistRole Overview:We are seeking a highly motivated Finance Compliance Specialist to assist in delivering our compliance program. Your main responsibility will be to help drive and complete the design and test of internal controls that ensure adequate business controls are in place and operating effectively for accurate...

  • Financial Controller

    5 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Rombola Family Farms Full time

    Add expected salary to your profile for insightsThe Financial Controller for Banking and Financial Services will oversee financial operations, including financial planning and analysis, financial reporting, tax compliance, risk management, and internal control. They will work closely with senior management to ensure financial goals and objectives are...

  • Financial Controller

    5 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Hatch Full time

    Join or sign in to find your next job Join to apply for the Financial Controller role at Hatch1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Financial Controller role at HatchThis is a Financial Controller role with Universal Concrete based in Brookvale, NSW, AU== Universal Concrete ==Role Seniority - mid levelJob DescriptionMore about the...

  • Financial Controller

    2 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Ucc Coffee Anz Full time

    UCC Coffee ANZ is part of UCC Japan - one of Asia's most respected coffee companies.With integrated operations spanning supply, manufacturing, service, and sales, we operate at scale in a commercially dynamic and operationally complex environment, supporting market leading brands and products across food & beverage, convenience, QSR, retail and café...

  • Financial Controller

    4 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Ucc Coffee Anz Full time

    UCC Coffee ANZ is part of UCC Japan - one of Asia's most respected coffee companies.With integrated operations spanning supply, manufacturing, service, and sales, we operate at scale in a commercially dynamic and operationally complex environment, supporting market leading brands and products across food & beverage, convenience, QSR, retail and café...

  • Senior Finance Professional

    2 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeFinance Full time $186,000 - $234,600

    Job Summary:We are seeking a seasoned finance professional to lead our Life Financial Control team. This role involves overseeing core financial control activities, including month-end close, reconciliations, tax and distributions. The successful candidate will also manage two accountants and be responsible for financial control, valuation coordination, and...

  • Financial Controller

    1 week ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Ucc Coffee Australia Limited Full time

    UCC Coffee ANZ is part of UCC Japan - one of Asia's most respected coffee companies. With integrated operations spanning supply, manufacturing, service, and sales, we operate at scale in a commercially dynamic and operationally complex environment, supporting market leading brands and products across food & beverage, convenience, QSR, retail and café...

  • Financial Controller

    2 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand Full time

    OverviewChartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) is hiring a Financial Controller. Join CA ANZ to lead the Finance team, deliver accurate, compliant, and timely financial information, and support the organisation's finance strategy across Sydney and Wellington.About the roleAs the Financial Controller, you will lead our Finance team to...