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Imagine your future with us

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive.

Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to join our finance team for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a critical role responsible for leading financial reporting and supporting strategic decision-making through accurate financial analysis and insights. You’ll be joining a high-performing team in a flexible work environment, with the option to work from home two days per week.
  
The day to day
Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the preparation and review of financial statements
• Managing month-end and year-end closing processes
• Conducting variance and trend analysis to support business performance
• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Collaborating across departments to implement financial controls and policies
• Providing detailed reports and strategic insights to senior leadership
• Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes
• Supervising and mentoring junior accounting team members
• Liaising with external auditors and overseeing audit readiness
• Supporting the ongoing development of financial systems and process improvements

The Essentials
To succeed in this role, you’ll need strong analytical thinking and leadership skills, with a solid foundation in accounting principles and a proactive mindset.
In addition, you will bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline
• CPA or equivalent certification
• 10+ years’ experience in financial accounting, with leadership responsibilities
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to financial integrity
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with Pronto viewed favourably
• The ability to thrive in a dynamic, cross-functional team environment
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data clearly
• A passion for continuous improvement and mentoring others

Working at ALS
Our people drive our success at ALS.
We are a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other.
At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders.
We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work.
Our benefits include:

• Health fund discounts with Bupa
• Opportunity to salary sacrifice car costs with Autopia
• Corporate superannuation benefits with Australian Retirement Trust
• Online learning system with extensive modules of choice
• Friendly working environment with accessible management
• Influenza Vaccinations
• Opportunities to progress and develop your career within ALS, including global opportunities for suitable candidates

Everyone matters
ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

About ALS
ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalised solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.

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