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Accountant - financial accounting and tax (12 months fixed term contract)

Sydney
Costco Wholesale Australia
Accountant
Posted: 11 February
Offer description

**Please only apply if you have a full-time work rights to work in Australia**

Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role is a 12-month contract role primarily responsible for financial accounting and day-to-day accounting functions of the business, including month-end close and reconciliations.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a solid understanding of accounting standards and financial accounting, with the ability to dive into detail without losing sight of the big picture. You will bring energy, a positive attitude, and a commitment to adding value to the accounting function and broader business. This includes performing duties diligently, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and supporting statutory reporting and compliance requirements.

Job Duties/Essential Functions

* Prepare and/or review period-end related tasks, such as prepayment, lease calculation, and expense accruals.
* Review and analyze P&L movements and variances to provide meaningful commentaries.
* Prepare balance sheet reconciliations with supporting documents and follow up on outstanding items.
* Responsible for periodical forecasting and annual budget preparation of assigned expense lines.
* Coordinate internal and external audit requests and assist in resolving audit issues.
* Prepare tax filings and reporting (e.g., GST, Tax Return, Financial Statements)
* Supervise an assistant accountant.
* Participate in developing and implementing appropriate internal control policies and procedures.
* Participate in system enhancement projects to improve internal controls and drive efficiency.
* Perform ad-hoc duties as required.

Ability to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery

* Computer, printer, calculator, phone.

Qualifications

* Education/Training: Tertiary qualifications in Accounting
* CA/CPA qualified preferred, but not essential

Experience/Skills

* Minimum 3 years relevant experience in a similar role mid to large-size organisation
* Strong MS Excell Skills highly desirable
* Experience in OneStream applications is an advantage
* Strong technical skills in Australian and New Zealand Accounting Standards
* A problem solver with strong logical and analytical thinking
* Proactive and adaptable with a collaborative mindset to support team success
* Self-driven and highly organised, capable of maintaining professionalism and effectiveness under pressure
* Skilled in planning and prioritisation within dynamic, fast-paced environments
* Exceptional communicator with a strong business partnering capabilities across functions
* Demonstrates a consistently positive solutions-focused attitude

Other specific requirements:

Office-based role

Full-time work rights to work in Australia

Full COVID-19 vaccination or a medical contraindication certificate

Satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Available to the successful candidate

Opportunity for continuous learning & career development within a growing, high-energy business.

* If successful, you will be required to undertake role & department-specific training within specified timeframes.

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