Senior Accountant CPA / CA

Privately owned dynamic company - Construction Sector

Diverse Accounting Functions – Leadership Role

Salary Package up to $168K

The organisation:

Our client has been delivering impact in the infrastructure construction sector, providing top-tier services to projects around Perth and W.A for nearly a decade. Their success stems from an unwavering focus on delivering exceptional outcomes and client service, continuously applying innovative approaches for strategic growth, and investing in an incredible team that upholds these core values. They have built an impressive portfolio of completed projects while maintaining new and ongoing developments in their pipeline. Safety remains equally paramount alongside their promise to deliver outstanding results that exceed client expectations. The team culture is built on collaboration and cooperation, and as such the leadership team seek to engage new team members who value and engage with this environmental style.

Benefits and culture:

Career development opportunities with growing leader in the market

Partial staff uniform provided – Monday to Thursday

Friday smart casual dress code

Monthly staff lunches provided

24 office-based staff

150-200 onsite construction staff

On-site warehouse with equipment

The role:

This newly created role will see you reporting to the Finance Manager and taking full responsibility for key accounting functions while contributing proactively to the financial health of this growing business. You have an innate ability to see money as more than just numbers - translating data into sound, strategic advice. You are tech savvy with a solid work ethic, and at your core place the highest value on personal and professional integrity. You have the resilience to persevere through challenges, the creativity to approach problems from fresh angles, and are consistently accountable, trustworthy and reliable. Responsibilities include:

Managing two staff members; payroll & accounts payable & receivable

Managing journal entries, reconciliations, month-end processes and BAS reporting

End-to-end accounts payable and accounts receivable processing

Prepare accurate accounting for fixed assets and inventory

Maintain compliance with accounting standards and internal controls

Identify and implement continuous improvements across financial processes

Financial planning and decision making

Cost management and budgeting

Strategic governance

Auditing

Skills & Qualifications required:

Qualification in Accounting or demonstratable experience in an accounting role (CPA/CA qualifications desirable)

Minimum 5+ years of experience as a senior accountant with leadership expertise

Sound knowledge of accounting principles and practices

Knowledge of business operations

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and MYOB

Understanding of local government and statutory requirements

Professional communication skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels

Commitment to continued learning

Permanent Australian Residency

If you want to play an integral role in the success of this dynamic business, please submit your cover letter addressing the skills required section above and your CV Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please call Gemma Schade on 0482 078 402.

Preferable values equitable recruitment practices and is committed to representing candidates reflective of the diverse organisations and communities we work with. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages, and identities, and are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. If you are interested in this position and have most of the skills or experience, we welcome you to apply.

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