Join a high-performing, ex-Big 4 leadership team committed to technical excellence and career development.

Work on complex financial instruments and reporting standards, including IFRS 7 and 9.

Purpose-driven role in a national organisation making real social and economic impact.

Modern CBD offices + 2 days WFH

About the Company:

TOM Executive and I are exclusively partnering with an independent authority that works with private companies as well as the governments to recruit a highly technical Senior Financial Accountant with a strong audit background.

This is a rare opportunity to join a commercially focused, government-backed organisation with a strong mandate and critical national purpose. You’ll be part of a finance team led by highly experienced ex-Big 4 leaders, working in a technically complex environment that demands depth in accounting standards and an analytical mindset. This role is ideal for someone with 5–7 years of experience, ideally in financial services who thrives in high-calibre teams and is motivated by meaningful work.

About the Role

Due to an internal move to FP&A, this vacancy offers a fantastic opportunity to step into a well-rounded Financial Accountant role with 80% financial reporting and 20% FP&A analysis exposure. You’ll work closely with a Finance Manager (ex-Big 4) who values curiosity, clear communication, and technical precision.

Role responsibilities: (Part of a team of 6 within a larger finance team)

Prepare technical accounting position papers on complex topics, including financial instruments under IFRS 7 and IFRS 9

Own the preparation of financial statements, ensuring compliance with AASB, IFRS, and government reporting requirements

Draft board-level reports and collaborate closely with senior stakeholders and Treasury

Analyse and interpret accounting standards, advising on new requirements and their impact on financial reporting

Review complex reconciliations, journals, and support the month-end close process with a high level of accuracy

Manage regulatory reporting obligations, liaising with internal/external auditors and supporting audit readiness

Drive process improvements, knowledge sharing, and mentor junior team members in technical excellence

About you:

CA qualified, ideally Big 4 trained with 5+ years of audit experience within financial services.

Strong technical accounting/ audit experience, including understanding of complex accounting standards.

Strong communication skills – confident in managing auditor relationships

Curious, proactive and keen to develop commercially

Next steps:

If the role interests you, please click on the 'Apply' button now and share your latest CV. Alternatively, share your CV directly with me:

E: [email protected]

M: 0430 681 219