Financial Accountant - leading Not-for-Profit, Permanent Role

My client is looking for an experienced Senior Financial Accountant, who is able to provide a fresh perspective to the finance team's operations.

Client Details

This organisation is a leading provider of relationship support services for individuals, families and communities, that aims to support all people in Australia to achieve positive relationships, both personally and professionally.

Description

You will be required to, but not limited to:

• Processing month-end journals
• Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Monthly management reporting
• Manage cash flow & bank reconciliations
• Mentor and coach junior team members
• Ad hoc projects
• Lead, develop and coach two direct reports with emphasis on timely, quality and client-focused outcomes, whilst assisting the Manager of Financial Reporting on the continuous improvement of the financial reporting process
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial legislation and accounting standards
• Monthly and ad hoc reporting responsibilities and process management to include financial analysis, audit and risk committee papers preparation
• Year end audit planning

Profile

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrable technical accounting ability
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated team leadership capability, including the management of individuals through a performance focused process, using organisationally aligned goals
• Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to partner with finance and non-finance stakeholders
• Undergraduate qualifications in accounting, business finance or similar
• CPA / CA qualified
• Minimum five (5) years commercial experience
• A thorough understanding of accounting standards and accounting principles
• An understanding of accounting and budgeting within the Commonwealth Government's budgetary and reporting framework
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in high level ERP's, such as Oracle
• Well-developed analytical skills and demonstrated problem solving skills

Job Offer

You can expect a supportive environment within a dynamic organisation, excellent mentor-ship, and access to public transport.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact [Brenden] [Fing] on [+61 2 8292 2047].