Monthly review and/or posting of journal entries in the month end process for Australian business and Global Business Services
Maintain the general ledger and prepare reconciliations and working papers
Support monthly P&L and ledger review and analysis
Support balance sheet analytical review process and able to explain key movements linked to business or operational drivers
Support and coordinate audit preparation four times a year
Prepare financial reports and related working paper for major Australian and some APAC subsidiaries, ensuring timely preparation that fully comply with IFRS or equivalent accounting standard in the related countries
Prepare management financial information support to APAC subsidiaries for tender requirements
Build proficiency in use of CDM (account production tool) to become a key user to prepare financial statements
Other ad hoc tasks as required to support audit and financial reporting processes.
Continuously improve financial systems, internal controls and processes
Provide financial insights to support management decision-making
Prepare quick reference guide or financial guidelines to standardize process, improve efficiency, and develop good financial practice.
Contribute to stakeholder engagement by identifying stakeholders; finding out their needs, issues, and concerns; and reacting to them, arranging meetings and drafting supporting materials to promote understanding and commitment.

Professional accounting qualifications equivalent to CPA or Chartered Accountant.
Minimum 6+ years in similar Finance roles, either with experience in an international organisation or audit firm with international client base.
Strong statutory accounting knowledge with financial statement preparation experience
Demonstrated technical, analytical and problem-solving skills, with an eye for detail.
Advanced skills in Excel, Word and Microsoft Office suite.
Experience using a large-scale ERP (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Hyperion) and BI reporting tools will be highly regarded.

Financial Accountant

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