Financial Accounting Lead

**About Us**

Globally, energy markets are in transition to a net zero future and the entities within these markets are transforming their underlying business models to ensure that they stay relevant, sustainable and profitable. As one of Australia’s largest energy providers, we are proud of **our purpose to lead and accelerate the clean energy transformation for all.**

Our ability to deliver on this Purpose will be dependent on your expertise and passion for clean energy. Join our team as the Financial Accounting Lead, where you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our financial landscape In this position, you will provide essential financial stewardship, control, and risk management while delivering valuable insights into business transactions.

**About the Role**

As the Financial Accounting Lead you’ll be responsible for preparing statutory reports and developing accounting policies, ensuring we meet all regulatory obligations. Your expertise in treasury accounting and technical support will be crucial in maintaining an accurate balance sheet and profit and loss statements for the company. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you
- Prepare the annual and half year financial statements for the Energy Australia Group and its relevant subsidiaries.
- Complete CLP (shareholder) schedules required as part of the half-year close processes and interact with CLP to deliver accurate and timely information for CLP group’s external disclosures
- Provide commercially focused, technical accounting advice.
- Support the Financial Control team Centres of Excellence (Capex, Opex, Project, GM) in interpreting the accounting treatment of the more complex areas of the business in ensuring the general ledger is accurately produced.
- Prepare regulatory and external stakeholder compliance of AFSL, interest coverage ratio, solvency attestations etc.
- Assist in preparation of accounting judgement papers and accounting memos for the Audit and Risk Committee, the Board of Directors and CLP.
- Manage the process of accurate accounting and financial reporting for the company’s Treasury activities including the monthly close process.

**How can you support the Clean Energy Transition**

With your financial accounting background and desire to part of a collaborate and supportive team, you’ll ideally have the following:

- Tertiary qualifications in accounting, finance, economics or another relevant quantitative degree (minimum requirement)
- Post graduate qualifications in accounting and/or finance holding current CA/CPA qualifications
- Minimum 6-8 plus years strong technical accounting advisory experience gained from a large corporate environment or Big 4, showcasing in-depth knowledge of accounting standards. Particularly adept in areas such as leasing, derivative accounting and consolidation, with the ability to offer strategic accounting insights and simplify complex financial information for diverse audience.
- Collaborative team player with strong leadership skills, adept at communicating confidently and effectively, capable of thriving with mínimal supervision.
- Exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, fostering and maintaining strong working relationships with stakeholders.

If you share our passion for a clean energy future for all and want to join us #Doing. Not just dreaming, then

**Why Us?**
- We’re committed to providing an inclusive culture so our people can bring their whole selves to work and have a sense of belonging. From our PRISM network that creates a positive culture for LGBTI employees to our Reconciliation Action Plan that has commitments to strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations, it’s a workplace where everyone’s welcome. We offer;_
- Employee discount on your electricity and gas, discounts on major brands and products
- Annual Performance Bonus
- 20 weeks’ paid parental leave that’s completely gender-equal
- Energise Program - flexible working that is team centric enabling all individuals to agree and succeed together
- Excellent company culture, down-to-earth and friendly organisation - be authentic, bring your whole self to work
- 2 paid recharge days
- State-of-the-art Melbourne office, stunning views only 3-4 minute walk from Southern Cross station
- Inhouse Café and Onsite Tech Bar