Accountant

Accountant | Permanent | CBD | Education Sector | 5 days in office

Your new company 
You'll be working in the CBD, close to buses and trains, and with cafés on your doorstep. You'll be joining a well-established Education sector business, with a for-purpose outlook. The finance team don't recruit very often, and staff retention is excellent.
Your new role 
You will have responsibility for end-to-end accounting for one of the operating units, and you will have a deep involvement with the wider Finance team. Your main duties will cover the following accounting tasks: - Supervising contractual invoicing
 - Oversight and input into the trial balance
 - Monthly, quarterly, and annual management and financial reporting
 - Variance analysis and forecasting
 - Liaising with internal and external stakeholders 
 - Assisting business units with budget preparation
 - Working with business managers to deliver operational reporting
 - Regular reforecasting
 - Routine month end activities
What you'll need to succeed 
You’ll need to be CPA, CA, or CIMA qualified with 5+ years’ experience in a finance role. Other requirements include:
 - Demonstrated interpersonal skills
 - Strong verbal and written communication skills
 - Natural curiosity to investigate variances and understand root causes
 - Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
 - Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
 - Must be a Permanent Resident or Citizen
 - Must be able to pass a Police Check
What you'll get in return 
Your new team are friendly, welcoming and supportive, with a mixture of backgrounds, experience and personalities. You'll have the mentorship of an excellent manager who is approachable and down-to-earth. Other benefits of joining this organisation are:
 - $100-105k + super, NFP packaging
 - Extra holidays at Christmas
 - Modern offices in the heart of the CBD
 - Please note that this role is 5 days in the office, but flexibility in start/finish times can be offered
What you need to do now 
Reference job number 3011189If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email to krista.godfrey@hays.com.au.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position in the Not for Profit or Public Sector, please contact me for a confidential discussion about your career.
#3011189