Financial Leadership Role
This is a leadership position in the Finance Operations team, responsible for ensuring high levels of organisational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Main Responsibilities
* Manage the timely delivery, accuracy and integrity of transactional finance / accounting / payroll, period end results, statutory compliance, and reporting
* Ensure adherence to Australian and international tax laws and provide tax guidance to the business in conjunction with the internal Tax team
* Prepare accurate and timely tax submissions such as BAS, FBT, and income tax returns
* Support the Head of Financial Accounting Operations in overseeing commercial aspects including statutory compliance, risk management, treasury (including bank covenant reporting, cash flow management and forecasting) and general insurance, including workers' compensation
* Provide assistance with month-end / year-end close processes, cash flow forecasting and budgeting activities
* Prepare annual financial statutory accounts and collaborate with Internal Audit teams (where necessary) for the completion of annual financial statutory accounts and year-end audits
* Oversee the management and support of Trust Accounts under APES310 and AFSL licence reporting
* Partner with Operations Executives in budget preparation and monitor costs vs. budget monthly
Maintain a culture of continuous improvement and data integrity, helping to implement automation and internal controls and identifying areas for development
Requirements
* CA / CPA qualified (or equivalent)
* Significant experience in a similar role, ideally within a professional services environment
* Strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and taxation regulations (company tax, payroll tax, GST and FBT)
* Strong working knowledge of payroll regulations and the Fair Work Act
* Familiarity with tax governance frameworks, tax effect accounting and preparation of tax work papers
Desirable skills include advanced Power BI skills and previous experience with Concur, Great Plain Dynamics and/or Workday
About This Opportunity
We are a dynamic and authentic mix of backgrounds, perspectives and ways of thinking
We're driven by our shared purpose – we care for our people, clients and communities and support them to thrive
We offer a range of benefits, including a 9-day fortnight with no salary reduction, balance work from home with collaborative team connection days, mental health support, financial & wellbeing coaching, diverse and inclusive firm culture, and many more