We are seeking candidates for a Senior Financial Accountant (Finance & Control) role with a leading global banks Australian branch. This opportunity will be a 7 month maternity leave contract based in Sydney

The Senior financial accountant is part of a team responsible for ensuring the Finance & Control department meets its Financial, Regulatory & Control obligations for all Australian entities.

Strong APRA reporting experience from another global bank would be ideal.

Responsibilities

Oversee the execution of Daily, Monthly and Quarterly first level controls for the Sydney Branch

Perform 2nd level control as required by APAC finance.

Preparation and review of audit files for the external auditors

Preparation of daily LCR

Preparation of quarterly tax effect accounting

Preparation of and / or assistance with monthly BAS return

Back up other team members during leave

Provide support to another department on ad-hoc request

Experience Required

Core requirements for the role

Strong technical knowledge of Regulatory Reporting.

Exposure to Australian Prudential Standards ( APRA reporting)

Ability to work autonomously

Good understanding of financial products, control, and risk assessment implications

Solid systems knowledge

Beneficial: Banking experience preferred with an understanding of concepts such as capital requirements, risk/return analysis, credit risk, country risk, liquidity risk, transfer pricing etc. being desirable

Core competencies required for the role

Accountability and responsibility – committed to meeting objectives

Attention to detail

Team Orientation - works with the team to ensure timetables are met

Qualifications

Accounting qualifications

Membership of CPA/CA