Financial Accountant

Recruiter
IQVIA
Location
Australia
Salary
Competitive salary
Posted
10 Jun 2021
Closes
16 Jun 2021
Ref
R1207158
Experience level
Qualified accountant
Job description

We are looking for a Financial Accountant to join our Finance team based in our Sydney office, conveniently located in St Leonards (next to the train station). This is a full-time, 12-month fixed term contract (maternity leave).

You will be part of a highly visible and interactive team, where you will be responsible for general financial accounting activities of the organization primarily interpreting accounting data and preparing journal entries.

Key responsibilities:
  • Performs monthly close process through the preparation of journal entries, maintenance general ledger, and preparation of account reconciliations.
  • Provides specialized or general analysis support in various accounting functions.
  • Interprets accounting data, analyzes reports and recommends action to be taken.
  • Assists with the preparation of financial statements and completion of the annual statutory audit.
  • Preparation of other compliance related activities.
  • Assist with Accounts Payable queries.
  • Assists in the development and installation of accounting systems.
  • Assists with maintaining a strong control environment and improving procedures and controls.
  • Assists with the preparation of complex federal, local or state reports and tax returns.


Key requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting / Finance required with a minimum of 2 to 5 years of work experience in Accounting or Finance.
  • Knowledge and understanding of general accounting principles and concepts.
  • Strong internal and external customer service orientation.
  • Ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization including senior level management.
  • Proficient with excel and ability to apply complex formula to tasks. Knowledge of PeopleSoft or Oracle is advantageous.
  • High level of personal motivation and a results-oriented approach.
  • Ability to work independently in a team environment with minimal supervision. Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong analytical ability.
  • Ability to work and adapt to different foreign cultures.
  • Full working rights in Australia


At IQVIA, we believe in pushing the boundaries of human science and data science to make the biggest impact possible - to help our customers create a healthier world. The advanced analytics, technology solutions and contract research services we provide to the life sciences industry are made possible by our 70,000+ employees around the world who apply their insight, curiosity and intellectual courage every step of the way. Learn more at jobs.iqvia.com .

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