Financial Accountant
Standards Australia
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- Location
- Sydney, NSW
- Type
- Full-time
About the role
27th October, 2026
Who are we?
Standards Australia (SA) is the peak standards development organisation in Australia, with a rich history that dates back to 1922. We proudly employ over 200 professionals dedicated to helping shape Australia’s future and enabling the safe and sustainable progress of Australian communities.
Our organisation brings experts together to create national and international standards that serve as essential guidelines for products and services, ultimately benefiting the Australian community. Our vision is to be the trusted voice that delivers confidence in a changing world.
About the role
In this role you will ensure all financial information is accurately collected, analysed, interpreted and reported in a timely manner. You will own month-end close tasks, balance sheet reconciliations, internal project reporting and assist with statutory tax & financial reporting obligations.
What you’ll do
- Perform month-end financial accounting tasks, including journal postings and balance sheet reconciliations
- Manage month-end P&L and balance sheet variance analysis
- Assist with preparation of year-end statutory accounts including preparation of audit work papers and audit requests
- Assist with tax reporting obligations including FBT, Workers Compensation and preparation of monthly BASs
- Preparation of externally funded projects reporting and holding meetings with project managers
- At least 5+ years’ experience in a similar role
- CPA/CA qualified
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O (or similar ERP), Employment Hero (or similar payroll system), Calumo (or similar reporting tool)
Standards Australia is proud to have been awarded the prestigious Employer of Choice Award for two consecutive years, 2023 and 2024. This recognition highlights our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace and fostering a culture of excellence. Our iCARE values form the basis of all we do - Integrity, Courage, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.
We offer a range of People Perks that support flexibility, wellbeing, career growth, and recognition—helping you thrive at work and beyond.
What's next?
If Standards Australia sounds like the place for you, please submit your CV outlining your experience and suitability to this role. Eligible applicants must be Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or have legal rights to work in Australia. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 15 business days of their application.
At Standards Australia, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to fostering a working environment that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We strive to create an organisation that genuinely reflects and respects the diversity of the communities we serve; putting people at the heart of all we do. We welcome applications from people of all cultural and linguistic groups, people of all ages and genders, people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability, and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. Should you need any adjustments to be made to our recruitment process, please contact recruitment@standards.org.au
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