Accountant | Real Estate | 130,000 + Super

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia ThompsonCook | We Only Do Accounting Full time $100,000 - $130,000 per year
  • High growth real estate group
  • Ideal for a first mover out of a Chartered Accounting firm
  • Clear career progression | Sydney CBD | WFH flexibility

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity to join a privately backed real estate group in the midst of significant growth. The business provides essential services to a broad client base and is supported by strong leadership and substantial private investment. With a collaborative culture and a track record of expansion, it offers ambitious accountants the chance to contribute in a dynamic and high-performing finance team.

They are now seeking a technically strong and commercially minded accountant who is eager to gain hands-on experience across reporting, analysis and process improvement. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment that values precision, problem solving and initiative.

The Challenge

Reporting into the Finance Manager, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Preparation of monthly financial and management reports, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to senior stakeholders
  • Supporting budgeting and forecasting cycles, including variance analysis and commentary to inform strategic decision making
  • Full ownership of billing and revenue processes, including contract review, reconciliations, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders to resolve queries
  • Managing the month end close process, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals and preparation of board reporting packs
  • Identifying and implementing process improvements to streamline reporting, strengthen controls and drive operational efficiency
  • Partnering with operational, project and commercial teams on ad hoc analysis, transformation initiatives and business cases

The Expertise

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following:

  • CA/CPA qualified
  • 3–6 years' experience in Audit, Business Services or an industry accounting role with strong exposure to financial reporting and analysis
  • Ideally a first mover from Big 4 or a leading mid-tier firm seeking their first step into a commercial role
  • Solid technical foundation in accounting standards, management reporting and revenue processes
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and provide meaningful insights
  • Proactive, hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Confident interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across finance and the wider business

The Next Step

If this position will enhance your career and you would like further details on the client, the role, remuneration or a copy of the position description, please contact Lachlan Kiel for a confidential discussion on

Or alternatively please apply per the link below.

About ThompsonCook

ThompsonCook fosters strong relationships with top accounting and finance professionals across Australia. We recruit for key finance function roles, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Financial Accountants, Management Accountants, Finance Managers, Financial Controllers, and Chief Financial Officers, as well as positions in Treasury, Tax, and Audit. We support our clients with both permanent and contracting recruitment solutions.

ThompsonCook | The accounting search firm trusted by Australia's leading businesses | Focused on Sydney & Melbourne

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