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About the Role

This role is pivotal in ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, compliance with accounting standards, and supporting strategic decision-making through accurate financial information. As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for managing complex accounting processes, preparing financial statements, and providing expert advice on technical accounting matters. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external auditors to maintain robust financial controls and deliver high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

Manage general ledger reconciliations and coordinate month-end and year-end close processes.
Prepare and deliver regular financial reports, reconciliations, and statutory returns.
Provide financial advice, training, and operational support to stakeholders.
Prepare and contribute to financial reports, business cases, briefing papers, and other management submissions.
Analyse financial data, processes, and systems to identify trends, resolve issues, and enhance reporting capabilities.
Support external and internal audit activities by preparing required documentation and liaising with auditors.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to support finance system implementations, integrations, upgrades, and reporting enhancements.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with business units to support financial reporting and control functions.
Mentor, coach, and support junior team members to build capability and promote a high-performance culture.

Requirements

Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
Professional membership CA or CPA.
Strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards, NSW Treasury Circulars, and relevant legislation.
Demonstrated experience in financial accounting within a large or complex organization.
Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, TM1).
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Answer targeted questions regarding CPA/CA qualification and years of experience post-qualification.
Answer targeted questions outlining key learnings from involvement in the monthly reporting process.

Skills

Financial reporting
Accounting standards compliance
Financial statement preparation
Technical accounting advice
General ledger reconciliation
Month-end and year-end close processes
Statutory returns preparation
Financial analysis
ERP systems (SAP, TM1)
Advanced Excel
Problem-solving
Communication

Location

Sydney CBD
Hybrid
Flexible working

Work Type

Ongoing
Hybrid
Flexible

Experience Level

Senior
Commensurate with experience

Education Level

Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
CA or CPA membership

Salary/Compensations

$133,348 - $146,945+ super

Benefits

Hybrid working options
Flexible working options

About the Company

A career at the Department of Customer Service (DCS) gives you the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reform that benefits people across NSW.
We are focused on delivering excellent customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform.
Come join us and influence the future of our great state.

Equal Opportunity

Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace.
The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives.
We provide adjustments to the recruitment process for candidates, including individuals with disability.