NSW - Sydney CBD
Full Time
Join a well established international retail and consumer products business with a strong presence across the APAC region. Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a broad Senior Accountant position that will see you take ownership of statutory reporting, taxation, payroll accounting, financial analysis, cash flow management, audit coordination and month end reporting. This role offers the opportunity to partner with both local and global stakeholders while helping drive process improvements and strengthen financial controls across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and manage all taxation reporting across Australia and New Zealand, including BAS, payroll tax, withholding tax and FBT returns
Support the preparation of annual income tax reporting
Own balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving variances in a timely manner
Manage payroll accounting across multiple legal entities
Oversee intercompany transactions and cross charging activities
Coordinate company insurance requirements
Lead the finance function through external audits and internal business reviews
Prepare annual statutory reporting, tax schedules, fixed asset reporting and lease accounting requirements
Manage cash flow reporting and submissions to global head office
Deliver monthly financial reporting, analysis and business insights
Partner with offshore finance support teams to ensure operational efficiency
Develop and improve finance processes, controls and standard operating procedures
Support business projects and provide financial support across various departments
About You
CA or CPA qualified
Degree qualified in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline
Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar accounting position
Strong understanding of accounting standards, GAAP and IFRS requirements
Advanced Excel skills and strong systems capability
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Experience within retail, consumer goods or a product based environment will be highly regarded
What's on Offer
Direct exposure to an experienced CFO
Broad role with regional and global stakeholder engagement
Opportunity to drive process improvements and add commercial value
Hybrid working environment
International business with strong brand recognition
Supportive and collaborative culture
If you're looking for a broad Senior Accountant opportunity where you can influence process, partner with senior stakeholders and contribute to an internationally connected business, apply now.
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