With over 500 stores across Australia and New Zealand, employing more than 44,000 staff. Our client have a finance department of 120 people, with unparalleled career progression opportunities. They are seeking a diligent Senior Financial Accountant to be responsible for supporting decision-making and overseeing financial reporting.
As a Senior Financial Accountant you will be responsible for:
* Leading a small team in managing all accounting obligations
* Support the Finance Manager in delivering all accounting obligations, whilst supporting both internal and external stakeholders
* Ensure all accounting policies, procedures and relevant legislative requirements are adhered to
* Creation and review of periodic financial statements and reports
* Ensure key provisions are prepared, reviewed and monitored
* Prepare and co-ordinate Wesfarmers group reporting requirements in a timely manner
* Identify risks and opportunities for the business in a timely manner to enable mitigation of identified risks
The successful candidate will be:
* A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar capacity, either working in a corporate environment or within an accounting firm
* A strong understanding of accounting principles and standards
* Experience using Financial Systems (i.e. SAP), including accounting and general ledger experience
* A proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders across all levels of an organisation, including the confidence to present and exert influence as needed
* Led a team to success and genuinely enjoy leading and coaching teams
* Ability to drive improvements, meet multiple competing deadlines and ensure high attention to detail
* Tertiary qualifications in commerce or business, with accounting or finance majors.
* Hold an ICAA or CPA qualification
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Danielle Bower on 0473 489 543 or dbower@sharpandcarter.com.au