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We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Financial Accountant to join our Reporting team on a 6-month contract.
Reporting to the Head of Reporting, you will play a critical role in managing the Groups tax compliance, reporting, and governance activities while supporting broader financial reporting requirements.
 
This hands-on role requires strong technical accounting expertise, with the ability to partner effectively across the business. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, external advisors, and auditors to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely reporting.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse management reports, providing timely insights and financial analysis to support decision-making and business performance monitoring.
• Maintain financial ledgers and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and reporting.
• Contribute to month-end, half-year and year-end reporting processes, delivering accurate financial information within tight deadlines.
• Assist with tax-related financial information and analysis to support statutory reporting, year-end financial statements, and broader Group reporting requirements.
• Manage relationships with external advisors, auditors, and regulatory bodies, including supporting tax reviews and audits.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across reporting, tax and accounting processes to enhance efficiency, controls, and reporting outcomes.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Bachelor of Business, Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• CA or CPA qualified, with a strong technical accounting foundation. Big 4 experience will be highly regarded.
• Demonstrated experience in tax and financial reporting within an ASX-listed organisation or similarly complex environment.
• Strong knowledge of Australian taxation legislation and accounting standards.
• Results-focused, with the ability to manage competing priorities and consistently deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the business.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Highly organised, proactive, and capable of working effectively under pressure.
• Self-motivated, accountable, and confident making decisions within delegated authority.

What we offer:

• A warm, open, and supportive culture
• An attractive remuneration package, including reward and recognition programs
• An employee wellness program, including discounted health insurance and an employee assistance program
• A workplace volunteering and giving program to enable you to help others in the community
• We are proud to be part of the Top 30 Best Workplaces to Giveback 2024
• Discounted tax and estate planning services
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer
• Great central CBD location, modern office fit-out and end-of-trip facilities
• Flexible/Hybrid working environment

About us - Trusted since 1888
Equity Trustees was established in 1888 and is now one of Australia's largest specialist trustee companies. We help our clients grow, manage and protect their wealth now and for future generations. As a trustee company, we are responsible for always acting in our client's best interests, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and cared for.
 
We are committed to providing a workplace that is flexible, rewarding, and supportive of individual development. Just as you will help us grow our business, we will help you grow in your career.
 
Equity Trustees is over 145 years strong - and growing. Apply now to be part of a successful contemporary trustee company!

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