The Opportunity

Our client is quickly becoming a leader in their industry and is undertaking an aggressive expansion strategy that will see the company go through a possible trade sale or IPO in the short to medium term. They are growing, profitable and have a Melbourne head office.

Focused on continual improvement and best practice, this position will play a key role managing the statutory reporting for the business and assisting the year end process while working closely with the Finance Manager.

The Challenge

Reporting into the Finance Manager and working with a number of stakeholders internally, the role will include but not limited to:

Specifically your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing year-end statutory accounts including Group consolidation
• Assist with the month-end process with a focus on Head Office departments and labour costs.
• Preparation of management reporting and analysis of Head Office costs, including identifying and explaining causes of variances to budget.
• Responsible for the preparation of balance sheet reconciliations, including investigation of material reconciling items
• To work as part of the Financial Accounting team to assist with preparation of monthly board reporting and annual financial reports
• Assist Financial Reporting Manager in being key contact for co-ordination of the audit process, including responding to queries as and when they arise.

The Expertise

Please consider expressing interest in this position if you possess the following:

• At least 3 years’ experience in the finance team of a large, listed Group and, experience in Audit/Business services, ideally with exposure to large, complex companies
• Good foundational understanding of financial accounting processes
• Attention to detail and ability to focus on quality work
• Curious attitude and commitment to learning
• Team player

The Next Step

If this position will enhance your career and you would like further details on the client, the role, remuneration or a copy of the position description, please call Thomas Burt for a confidential discussion on 0427 465 934.

About ThompsonCook

ThompsonCook fosters strong relationships with top accounting and finance professionals across Australia. We recruit for key finance function roles, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Financial Accountants, Management Accountants, Finance Managers, Financial Controllers, and Chief Financial Officers, as well as positions in Treasury, Tax, and Audit. We support our clients with both permanent and contracting recruitment solutions.

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