Position Title: Financial Accountant
Location: Melbourne CBD
Employment Type: Full-Time - 6-month contract
Reports To: Financial Controller

About the Company

Our client is a well-established multinational business with a strong presence in the Melbourne CBD. With a reputation for operational excellence and a dynamic working environment, they are seeking a detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join their finance team. This role will play a key part in ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting and the integrity of bank reconciliations in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Position Summary

The Financial Accountant will be responsible for performing timely and accurate bank reconciliations, supporting month-end and year-end closing processes, and preparing financial statements in compliance with relevant accounting standards and company policies. This role requires a high level of attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams within a global business structure.

Key Responsibilities

Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations across multiple entities

Investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies in a timely manner

Prepare and maintain general ledger journal entries

Assist with the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements

Support wider finance team with month-end processes

Liaise with internal departments and external auditors to support financial audits

Ensure compliance with accounting standards (e.g., IFRS or AASB) and internal controls

Assist in process improvement initiatives to streamline reconciliation and reporting functions

Provide accurate and timely financial information to stakeholders

Key Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

CPA or CA qualification

2-4 years of experience in a similar financial accounting or reconciliation role

Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards

High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar)

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Experience in a multinational or complex business environment is advantageous

What's on Offer

Competitive day rate

Opportunity to work within a high-performing finance team at a leading multinational company

Career progression and professional development support

Central Melbourne CBD location with flexible work arrangements available