URGENT! AU Accountant (Hybrid)

This offshore role manages day-to-day finance operations, month-end closing, reconciliations, and forecasting support. Acting as a key partner to executive leadership, the position supports the Sydney Finance Team while helping execute overall financial strategy. Responsibilities: Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable

Day-to-day accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance. Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, receipts, and supplier statements. Month-End Closing and Reporting

Prepare and post month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments, depreciation, amortization and other provisions. Prepare month-end financial statements including P&L, Balance Sheet, and variance analysis. Prepare monthly reconciliations for all Balance Sheet accounts, including bank, debtors, creditors, accruals, provisions, intercompany balances, fixed assets and tax accounts. Assist external accountants with year-end financial statements and tax returns. Provide insights on financial performance, cost trends, and profitability. Assist with year-end close and preparation of audit documentation. Systems & Process Improvement

Maintain accounting systems and ensure data accuracy. Streamline processes and recommend improvements for efficiency. Support implementation of new software or tools (e.g., accounting systems, payroll systems, reporting tools). Operational Support

• Support the Company Accountant / Group Financial Controller with ad hoc reporting and analysis. Stakeholder Management
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth finance operation. Office and Administration

Provide general support to team members when and where required with any additional workload, including filing all office documentation related to administration and finance. Qualifications: Education & Certification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential required. Relevant Experience: Minimum of 5 years of total experience in general accounting, including end-to-end Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) management. Regional/Compliance Knowledge: Strong background in Australian (AU) or New Zealand (NZ) accounting standards and compliance required; experience with US accounting standards is an advantage. Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with major ERP/accounting systems and reporting tools. Core Competencies: Month-end close, financial reporting, and balance sheet reconciliations. Systems and process improvement to drive operational efficiency. Operational support and administrative function assistance. Strong stakeholder management and collaborative communication skills.