Company Accountant - City of Stonnington, Australia - PALACE CINEMAS PTY LTD

Description

Palace Cinemas showcases new releases, international and arthouse movies, exclusive event screenings and cinema retrospectives, as well as renowned cultural film festivals. It is the fifth largest major cinema chain in Australia and currently comprises 24 cinemas with 180 screens.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will apply your experience and knowledge to manage end-to-end financial reporting including the following:

· Ensure an accurate and timely month end close, through processing of month-end entries in the General Ledger

• Monthly reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting

• Preparation of year-end calculations as part of statutory requirements, including liaising with external auditors and attending to relevant audit requests

• Establish and maintain effective internal controls within the financial accounting function. Identify and mitigate financial risks, implement best practices, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

• Identifying process improvements and implementing changes to increase efficiency.

• Involvement and support with business transformation projects as Finance Representative, to provide input on financial impact of new business processes implemented.

• Work closely with each venue (cinema) management on finance related issues and providing support and advice as required, and with department managers to review and analyse department expenditure.

• Preparation of market analysis reports to provide commentary on significant market movements and findings.

We require the following experience as a minimum:

· A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

· 2+ years' experience working within a similar capacity.

Salary: $70,000 to $80,000, commensurate with skill level and experience

Company Accountant South Yarra Full time position, permanent Palace Cinemas showcases new releases, international and arthouse movies, exclusive event screenings and cinema retrospectives, as well as renowned cultural film festivals. It is the fifth largest major cinema chain in Australia and currently comprises 24 cinemas with 180 screens. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will apply your experience and knowledge to manage end-to-end financial reporting including the following: · Ensure an accurate and timely month end close, through processing of month-end entries in the General Ledger
• Monthly reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
• Preparation of year-end calculations as part of statutory requirements, including liaising with external auditors and attending to relevant audit requests
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls within the financial accounting function. Identify and mitigate financial risks, implement best practices, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Identifying process improvements and implementing changes to increase efficiency.
• Involvement and support with business transformation projects as Finance Representative, to provide input on financial impact of new business processes implemented.
• Work closely with each venue (cinema) management on finance related issues and providing support and advice as required, and with department managers to review and analyse department expenditure.
• Preparation of market analysis reports to provide commentary on significant market movements and findings. We require the following experience as a minimum: · A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance · 2+ years' experience working within a similar capacity. Salary: $70,000 to $80,000, commensurate with skill level and experience
Summary of role requirements:

• Flexible hours available
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
• Work visa can be provided for this role
• Expected start date for role: 16 April 2024
• Expected salary: $75,000 per month