Exciting opportunity for a Corporate Accountant to join a newly established business and make the finance function your own. This role will be responsible for streamlining processes and improving financial controls, alongside mentoring and developing a small finance team.

Client Details

Our client is a newly created group that owns and operates early learning centres in Western Australia, with aspirations of future growth to have a significant presence within the early childhood education sector.

Description

• Manage day-to-day financial operations, including preparation of month end accounts, overseeing payroll, accounts payable and receivable ensuring compliance with all financial regulations.
• Lodging indirect taxes such as super, payroll tax, ATO, BAS, and FBT.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures.
• Alongside the CFO & CEO, manage the budgeting and forecasting processes, monitor financial performance and analyse variances.
• Prepare and deliver detailed monthly management reports, financial statements, and cash flow forecasts to senior management and stakeholders.
• Oversee the month-end closing process, ensuring accurate financial records, compliance with accounting standards, and preparation of annual financial statements.
• Lead and develop a team of two.
• Liaise with external auditors, manage yearly insurance renewals, and ensure all statutory compliance requirements are met.
• Work closely with other departments to develop business leader's financial acumen, ensuring alignment with financial goals.

Profile

A successful Corporate Accountant should have:

• A degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, with professional qualification (CA/CPA).
• 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance function
• Previous experience working in a hands-on position managing a small team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence within the business.
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical proficiency.

Job Offer

• A supportive and inclusive team culture.
• Opportunity to join a newly established business and make the finance function your own.
• Competitive flexible working arrangements.
• Permanent role with stability and growth opportunities.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Adam Frost on +61 8 9215 9529.