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Come shape the future of education with us.
At Compass, improving the school day for everyone - staff, parents, and students - has been the driving force behind our widespread success. Our mission is to make every school day more efficient and enjoyable so that everyone can learn to thrive.
Our school management ecosystem is currently empowering over 5,000 schools across Australia and beyond. With a dedicated team of more than 260 Compass members, we are proud to provide intelligent school management solutions on a global scale.
About The Role & Team
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join our dynamic finance team.
This role provides an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to gain hands-on experience in financial planning & analysis (FP&A) and financial reporting. Reporting to and working closely with our Senior FP&A Analyst, you will assist with data analysis, board reporting, and management reporting, while also supporting the broader finance team with EOM & EOY tasks and system implementation.
This position offers a fantastic platform to develop your analytical and accounting skills in a fast-paced environment.
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Support
* Assist in the gathering, organising, and reconciliation of financial data from various sources to prepare Customer Datacube, used to track Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR) and Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR)
* Conduct reconciliations and maintain financial accuracy across different sources of finance data
* Prepare monthly/annually management reports and SaaS KPIs
* Support rolling forecast and annual budgets, monitoring performance on a monthly basis
* Assist with the deep diving of variance analysis and key performance indicators (KPIs) tracking
* Support upcoming ERP system implementation
* Contribute to the development and maintenance of financial models and forecasts/budgets
* Facilitate and assist the preparation of board reporting packs/slides, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
* Support the identification and analysis of financial trends and provide insights to improve business performance
Financial Reporting Support
* Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
* Support the reconciliation of general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies
* Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
* Support the maintenance of accurate financial records and documentation
* Assist with audits and compliance activities as required
* Assist with accounts payable and receivable activities as needed
Ad-hoc Responsibilities
* Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and support as required
* Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy
* Collaborate effectively with team members and other departments
Requirements
About You
We would love to hear from you if you're a motivated and upbeat can-do-er who takes delight in organisation, multi-tasking and priority management. We are after an individual that has a strong ability to take charge, stay cool under pressure, is super flexible and can adapt to constantly evolving demands, with a passion to learn.
Qualifications & Key Attributes:
* Hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
* Have a minimum of 3 years professional experience in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
* Be CA/CPA qualified, or currently working towards
* Showcase proven experience in reconciliations, variance analysis and/or forecast & budget
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced skills preferred)
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
* A strong attention to detail and accuracy with robust understanding of accounting principles
* Excellent communication skills for internal and external stakeholder collaboration
* Showcase the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
* Experience with ERP systems, SQL & PowerBI is a plus
Benefits
What's in it for you?
* We come together with our unique strengths to work towards a common purpose - shaping the future of education. When you join our team, you will collaborate with individuals who are passionate, driven, and open to embracing change in a fast-paced environment
* Learning & Development opportunities - we want you to grow and get the most out of your role!
* Parental Leave Program for both primary and secondary carers
* 24/7 access to our Employment Assistance Program (EAP) through the means of face-to-face, livechat and phone support
It is a really exciting time to join Compass. We are growing fast and need people who want to grow with us.
Compass is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Prior To Commencing Employment, You Require:
* a valid Employee Working With Children Check
* a satisfactory National Police Check
* verification of unrestricted work rights in Australia, eg citizenship, passport, or birth certificate
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Finance
* Industries
Non-profit Organizations and Primary and Secondary Education
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