Financial Accountant

Experienced Financial Accountant for a six-month contract

Financial Accountant
6-Month Contract | Murdoch University | ImmediateStart
Hays is currentlypartnering with Murdoch University to recruit an experienced FinancialAccountant for a six-month maternity leave contract within their Procurementand Financial Performance division.
This is anexcellent opportunity for a qualified accounting professional to join a largeand collaborative finance function, supporting key financial reporting, assetaccounting and audit activities during a critical reporting period.
Your New Role
Reporting to theFinancial Accounting team leadership, you will be responsible for delivering arange of financial accounting and reporting activities, including:

Month-end accounting and financial reporting Balance sheet reconciliations and variance investigation Fixed asset accounting and reporting Lease accounting and asset management activities Capital project accounting and asset capitalisation Supporting year-end financial reporting requirements Assisting with the preparation and coordination of financial audits Liaising with internal stakeholders and external auditors Providing ad hoc financial accounting support as required

What You'll Need to Succeed
To be successfulin this role, you will demonstrate:
CA or CPA qualification (essential) Previous Financial Accountant experience in a medium to large organisation Strong understanding of fixed assets, lease accounting and capital projects Experience performing complex reconciliations and investigating discrepancies Knowledge of financial reporting and audit processes Strong ERP systems experience (Workday exposure beneficial but not essential) The ability to work independently and quickly adapt to new environments Excellent communication and stakeholder management skillsWhat You'll Get in Return
Six-month contract with a respected WA institution Flexible start and finish times Opportunity to work within a large finance team of over 60 professionals One day per week work-from-home arrangement (subject to manager approval) Fixed workstation provided On-site parking available via monthly permit arrangements Collaborative and supportive team environment Convenient location with public transport accessWhat You Need to Know
Full-time position (7.5-hour workday) Start date: 19 October Location: Murdoch University, Chancellery Building Includes a two-week shutdown period over December/JanuaryWhat to Do Next

If you're aqualified Financial Accountant with strong technical accounting expertise andare available for an upcoming contract opportunity, click "Apply Now"or contact Hays Finance & Accounting for a confidential discussion.
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