Who We Are FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations. At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you. Are you ready to make your impact? About the Role We leverage our extensive experience in accounting, financial planning and analysis, public reporting, control processes, tax and compliance to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, efficient capital allocation, and sound financial planning. This is a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover contract. The Senior Financial Accountant will be assisting the Accounting Team with a range of accounting responsibilities, including financial accounting, reporting and compliance functions. The role reports to the Director of Corporate Accounting What You'll Do Month-end close to ensure that financial statements are accurately stated, deadlines are met, and efficiencies are in place. Assisting the Director Corporate Accounting with reviewing and approving month-end journal entries, trial balances and month-end balance sheet reconciliations in FTI’s global reconciliation tool, Blackline. Monitoring the recording of intercompany accounting transactions and the related reconciliations across entities. Perform month-end revenue recognition review in accordance with US GAAP Collating and providing information to external auditors for statutory audits of the Australian Consolidated Group. Collating and providing information to internal auditors for internal and SOX audits of the Australian legal entities and segments. Ensuring full compliance with the firm’s finance policies and procedures and for the observance of those financial systems, controls and reporting mechanisms which have been established and ensure all SOX requirements are met. Qualifications & Experience CA/CPA Qualified accountant with 5 years of accounting experience. Professional services industry experience and ‘Big 4’ firm experience preferred Good working Knowledge of a large ERP system. Strong analytical skills and an eye for detail. Commitment and self-motivation. Must be deadline-driven and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Experience of working in a fast-paced environment and a multinational organisation. Ability to interact and engage with key stakeholders. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Our Benefits Apart from the well-structured career path and excellent team environment, our employees enjoy a variety of perks and benefits. Our benefits include, but are not limited to: Attractive remuneration, including discretionary bonuses available to all employees 18 weeks paid, gender-neutral parental leave with full superannuation contributions throughout paid and unpaid leave Flexible working arrangements Financial support to obtain work-related professional qualification, such as CA, CPA, or CFA, and other Professional membership contributions and generous paid study leave (up to 12 days) Corporate discount available for health insurance, including dependent(s) Employee Assistance Program (“EAP”) – free to all employees and their immediate families Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work Special leave - 2 days per year of a cultural or religious holiday that is not treated as a public holiday in Australia FTI Work Perks: our discount program that provides a wide range of corporate offers, savings, and wellbeing resources Monthly Health & Wellbeing program including fitness subsidies Annual paid volunteer hours Corporate matching for charitable donations Opportunity to join our Reconciliation Action Plan - Working Group; FTI’s Women’s Initiative Network (FTI WIN); Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging and Corporate Citizenship committees FTI Consulting acknowledges that we stand on the lands of the First Nations peoples and would like to pay our respects to Elders past and present. We extend solidarity and hope for a future where all are afforded justice, dignity and peace. FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Compensation Minimum Pay: $97,500.00 Maximum Pay: $149,500.00 Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role and is inclusive of Superannuation. Determination of actual salary is based on a combination of relevant factors such as market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience and qualifications.