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    Senior Financial Accountant - Queensland, Australia - Randstad

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    Description

    A Senior Financial Accountant opportunity specialising in balance sheet reconciliations exists to join a dynamic finance project team. As a Senior Financial Accountant on the "End-to-End financial reporting risks and controls" project you will be responsible for embedding a standardised approach to balance sheet reconciliations, overseeing and executing the reconciliation process for a prioritised set of the Bank's balance sheet accounts and re-mediating reconciliation differences.

    You will work in collaboration with the project team as we gain a detailed understanding of end-to-end processes and controls, ensuring controls are mapped across all risks within the process (including risks from data capture to data consumption), for financial statement reporting. This critical role requires a deep understanding of accounting principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

    Key responsibilities include:

    Balance Sheet reconciliations:

    • Lead and embed a standardised approach to BS reconciliation across a prioritised sub-set of BS accounts
    • Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial statements by resolving discrepancies and variances promptly.
    • Identify and investigate any anomalies or irregularities, providing insightful explanations and solutions.

    Financial Reporting:

    • Collaborate with internal and external auditors during audit processes, ensuring a smooth and efficient audit experience.

    Process Improvement:

    • Evaluate and enhance existing reconciliation processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.
    • Implement best practices for balance sheet reconciliation and take ownership of development of related financial policies and procedures.

    Cross functional collaboration:

    • Work closely with other departments, including but not limited to Retail Bank, Business Bank, Treasury, Operations, and Payroll to ensure alignment and accuracy in financial reporting.
    • Provide support and guidance to the financial accounting team, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.

    Stakeholder Communication:

    • Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including business lines and auditors.
    • Present findings, recommendations, and status updates to the project lead & General Manager of Financial Reporting & Control.

    About You

    Key skills and experience required for this role include:

    • CA/CPA qualified (or international equivalent).
    • 5+ years progressive post qualification experience in financial control.
    • Demonstrated ability to implement best practice Balance Sheet reconciliations and control frameworks.
    • Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements.
    • Experience of adhering to project deliverables, while working autonomously.
    • Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex concepts.
    • Curious mindset with a view to implement continuous improvement.
    • Financial Services expertise preferred.

    Contact Wayne Rademeyer on or email

    At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.



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