Gilmour Space is seeking a talented Senior Accountant to join our innovative team. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in budgetary control and bookkeeping, including handling accounts payable and a degree of independence to use initiative.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the treasury aspects of government grants for dedicated projects, monitoring budgets, communicating actual spend against budgets, and taking appropriate action where necessary.
Key Responsibilities
* Accounting for and maintaining internal management accounting reports related to government grants and each department's Actual vs Budget performance.
* Managing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, supervising staff members in those functions.
* General assistance in the Finance Department on accounting matters.
* Undertaking cost-benefit analysis on strategic asset acquisition.
* Performing detailed cost accounting and reporting of production costs and identifying areas for improvement.
Mandatory Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
* Proven experience in budgetary control and bookkeeping, including handling accounts payable.
* Strong financial analysis skills.
* NV1 Security Clearance eligible (preferred).
Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
* 5–10 years of experience in management accounting.
* Accounting qualifications (CA / CPA preferred).
* The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Experience with Xero or similar systems will be an advantage.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission. If you are a proactive team player with a passion for finance and a desire to succeed, we encourage you to apply.