Management Accountant

Lead reporting and finance operations in a hands-on 3-month Management Accountant contract

3-4 Month Temporary Contract
Full-time role based in Gladesville, 1 day per week working from home
Up to $70 per hour + super depending on experience

Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you'll play a key role in ensuring timely and accurate financial information while overseeing a small team consisting of a Payroll Officer and Assistant Accountant.
This position requires an experienced finance professional who can operate autonomously, take ownership of deliverables from day one, and provide stability and leadership within a busy environment.
+61 458 167 902
Reporting to the Head of Finance, your responsibilities will include:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Analysis of financial performance, trends and key business drivers
• Month-end close activities including journals, reconciliations and reporting
• Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
• Supporting cash flow reporting and financial planning activities
• Reviewing and improving financial processes and controls
• Providing leadership and oversight to the Payroll Officer and Assistant Accountant
• Partnering with operational stakeholders to provide financial insights and reporting support
• Assisting with ad hoc analysis and finance projects as required

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience in a Management Accountant, Senior Financial Accountant or similar position
• Strong financial and management reporting experience
• Previous responsibility for month-end processes, budgeting and forecasting
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Experience using NetSuite will be highly regarded
• Experience within childcare, education or similar industries will be highly regarded

What you'll get in return

• Competitive daily rate of up to $70 an hour + super
• Autonomy in a 2IC role with two direct reports
• Exposure to a growing multi-site environment
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact within the finance function

What you need to do now
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