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About the Role

R/GA is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to join their Sydney finance team. This role involves owning month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and ensuring accurate financial reporting for APAC entities, while also supporting AP/AR processes. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver experienced in Australian accounting standards and US GAAP, looking to grow in a dynamic environment. The position primarily supports Australia controllership but will also assist with Singapore, Japan, and Indonesia.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger, including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances
• Prepare and lodge Business Activity Statements (BAS) and other GST/VAT reporting for the offices as required
• Ensure compliance with payroll tax and workers compensation requirements, including worksheet preparation and lodgment
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities
• Perform weekly bank reconciliations across multiple entities and currencies
• Assist with intercompany transactions and reconciliations
• Support annual external audits by providing required documentation and explanations
• Partner with external tax advisors on FBT and income tax returns
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and enhance internal controls
• Work closely with internal stakeholders across Australia and overseas teams

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CA or CPA qualified, or currently working towards qualification
• 2–5 years of accounting experience
• Sound understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and local tax legislation
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Xero, SAP, or similar
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working in a multinational environment
• Exposure to multi-entity or inter-company accounting
• Experience supporting month-end close in a fast-paced business

Skills

• Accounting
• Finance
• Month-end close
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Financial reporting
• Accounts payable
• Accounts receivable
• Australian accounting standards
• US GAAP
• ERP systems (NetSuite, Xero, SAP)
• Excel
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills

Location

• Sydney, NSW

Work Type

• Full-time
• Hybrid

Experience Level

• 2-5 years

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CA or CPA qualified

About the Company

• R/GA is a global digital marketing agency.

Equal Opportunity

• We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or any other status. If you have any requests or requirements to support you throughout any interview process, please let us know.