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About the Role

This role is responsible for leading the Group’s statutory and regulatory reporting, technical accounting, and financial reporting governance activities. It oversees external financial reporting, significant accounting judgments and impairment assessments, and manages the external audit process. The role is also accountable for developing and maintaining the Group’s financial governance framework, accounting policies, balance sheet governance, and chart of accounts. Additionally, it provides strategic guidance on financial reporting, partners with stakeholders on complex accounting matters and commercial transactions, liaises with shareholders and external advisors, and leads the development and growth of the finance team.

Responsibilities

Lead the Group’s half-year and annual statutory reporting processes
Manage the external audit process
Manage and review external regulatory reporting
Prepare, review and approve ARC papers
Lead significant accounting judgements and estimates, including the annual impairment assessment
Assist and review company secretarial matters as required
Oversee accounting policy development and the implementation of new accounting standards
Manage, review and approve the TPG COA and key reviewer and approver of changes requested to COA
Manage other tasks as required
Manage the month end financial statement close process, including, timetable, delegation of responsibilities to owners in Financial Control and the wider Finance team
Review and approve month end Group reporting outputs i.e. TPG primary financial statements (P&L and BS) and other as requested
Monthly presentation of the balance sheet to the Deputy CFO & CFO
Monitor month end results to ensure compliance with TPG accounting policy
Support the business, and hold them accountable to month end timetabling and compliance with policy
Manage all technical accounting matters, including discussions of technical matters related to commercial arrangements
Manage the review of all TPG contracts and agreements from an accounting and governance perspective
Support and partner with the business on technical accounting matters
Key contact with Group Financial Reporting functions of shareholders to review and approve TPG accounting positions
Review, approval and where applicable presentation of accounting papers to the ARC
Manage and coordinate government grant audits
Lead the preparation, review and audit of TPG Foundation including presentation to the ARC
Review and help prioritise issues Log
Development of the Group financial governance framework
Lead and manage a team of 3 qualified accountants
Effectively delegate tasks to team members and hold team members accountable
Help promote career focused environment
Promote training that aligns to team members roles and helps build skills for the team
Adhere to TPG policies and procedures as introduced and varied from time to time.

Requirements

CA qualified, or equivalent professional accounting qualification
Strong technical accounting experience
Demonstrated people leadership, coaching and capability development
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Ability to business partner and develop relationships with both shareholders and key management
Active engagement with all stakeholders at TPG Telecom
Ability to work to tight deadlines
Ability to convert complex technical accounting concepts into a format that the wider business understands and therefore can apply

Skills

Statutory reporting
Regulatory reporting
Technical accounting
Financial reporting governance
External financial reporting
Accounting judgments
Impairment assessments
External audit process
Financial governance framework
Accounting policies
Balance sheet governance
Chart of accounts
Month end close process
Contract review
Government grant audits
People management
Coaching
Capability development
Business partnering
Stakeholder management

Location

Barangaroo

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

Senior

Education Level

CA qualified or equivalent professional accounting qualification

Benefits

Flexible hybrid way of working (from home and office)
Access to a free mobile plan
Access to a free, high-speed NBN plan (up to 500 Mbps)
Additional leave to be used whenever you like
Access to TPG Learning Hub platform and internal development opportunities
Access to Corporate Partner Discounts

About the Company

TPG Telecom started with a belief that we can make things better for Australians. We believe in the power of meaningful relationships to support vibrant, connected communities where everyone belongs. It’s our why; our reason to exist. Now, we’re proud to be one of Australia’s leading mobile and internet providers. We’re not just redefining telco, we’re changing its course. And you will play a role in that. A big one. The opportunities are plenty for those who are ready to accept the challenge.
Our Finance team plays a critical role in shaping the business by providing insights, managing performance, and supporting strategic decision-making. From commercial analysis to financial control, you’ll help ensure we continue to grow sustainably while delivering value to customers and shareholders.

Equal Opportunity

At TPG Telecom, we’re all about creating an accessible workplace where everybody feels safe to bring their authentic self to work - regardless of background. If you think this role is a great fit for you but some of the qualifications don’t align with your experience, we still encourage you to apply - you might just be the perfect candidate for a similar role with us!
TPG Telecom also acknowledges the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation as the Traditional Custodians of lands and waterways where this office can be found in Barangaroo.