Financial Accountant

5 months ago

Surry Hills, Australia Think Education Full time

the job?


Reporting to the Senior Financial Accountant (SFA) , the Financial Accountant (FA) will support the financial reporting process.

Torrens University Australia reports to a US Listed (NASDAQ) parent entity. The FA will be a key contributor to meeting the company’s commitment to bring more automation solutions and drive process improvements, with the aim to achieve efficiencies, develop staff capabilities and ultimately ensure a work life balance for all. This is an opportunity to be a part of one of Australia’s largest and most exciting industries. If you love the University experience, you’ll be excited to learn that the team is based at our bustling Surry Hills Campus. We work flexibly under a hybrid mode with the team on-site 2-3 days a week. If you are looking to work with a vibrant and collaborative team, this is the place for you 


Day-to-day accountabilities:

Preparation of timely and accurate journal entries and reconciliations

Assistance with preparation of supplementary monthly and quarterly close deliverables

Assistance with periodic internal and external audit requirements

Assistance with external financial reporting requirements including financial statements

Assistance with ad hoc financial requests as required

Identification and implementation of improvements relating to close process

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This is a permanent part-time role 30.8 hours per week (4 days equivalence ) we are flexible with working days (depending on candidate) and based in Surry Hills. You will need to have full time ongoing working rights – no sponsorship sorry. Ideally we are looking for an immediate start.

Who you are:

To be successful in this position you will be a self-driven analytical team player and:

Previous experience in an accounting role ideally 3-4 year plus experience (it doesn’t have to be in the education sector)

Have a genuine curiosity in all aspects of your role and be open to new ideas, approaches and perspectives

Often ask “why” in order to better understand the situation, work practices and the principles.

Hold self and others accountable for their actions and take accountability for team and individual decisions

Demonstrate a strong analytical and problem-solving mindset

Have a CA, CPA or ACA designation

PeopleSoft (would be an advantage)

Advanced Excel skills required

Have up to date and technical knowledge of IFRS accounting standards (preference for US GAAP exposure), account preparation and reporting & internal controls over financial reporting.

Excellent communication and experience working in a changing environment

Ability to work independently
 

Why join us?


Bold, modern and agile, we’re Australia’s fastest-growing university, going from 164 students in 2014 to 40,000+ alumni across 115+ countries and 2000+ staff today. In 2020, the Australian Financial Review named us one of the country’s most innovative companies. As we continue to establish ourselves as a truly global university, we never lose sight of our student-centric approach. Supported by teams of passionate people, you’ll find endless opportunities for professional development and career progression.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, age, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.


What we offer:


We support your passions, development and wellbeing, to make your working life a more rewarding experience. At Torrens University Australia, you’ll benefit from:

Flexible working arrangements

Study for free Be ready to complete a course or degree related to your position and enhance your professional development.

Access to internal opportunities - Be supported to learn, grow and move across the organisation

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