- Are you passionate about progressing your accounting career in 2026?
- Be part of an organisation with mission to increase housing supply to all Australians
- Hybrid working and great team culture

About Housing Australia

As the Commonwealth's independent housing authority, we're tackling one of Australia's most pressing challenges. Established in 2018 within the Treasury portfolio, we deliver grants, loans, and innovative support programs that increase housing supply, encourage investment, and create lasting change in communities across the nation.

When you join us, you're not just building a career, you're building a better Australia.

About the role

Reporting to the Financial Accounting and Reporting Manager, the Financial Accountant plays a key role in handling various financial, transactional, and compliance tasks. This position is responsible for managing daily financial operations with particular emphasis on various pieces of financial reporting completed throughout the financial year. The position works closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the integrity and compliance of the organisation’s financial records.

Key responsibilities

- Assist in preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports
- Help maintain, streamline, and improve financial reporting systems and processes
- Assist in compilation of monthly BAS, annual FBT reporting and other reporting
- Assist in submission of monthly results to Department of Finance (DoF) where required
- Manage and support month‑end and year‑end close processes, including preparing and posting journals, accruals, and adjustments
- Reconcile general ledger accounts such as loans, cash, intercompany, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
- Ensure all supporting documentation is accurate, complete, and audit‑ready
- Assist in ensuring that all accounting and reporting activities comply with internal controls, organisational policies,



and relevant regulatory requirements
- Maintain updated documentation of processes and controls related to financial operations

Skills and experience

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or a similar role
- Significant experience in the financial services industry
- Strong knowledge of accounting standards and government reporting requirements
- Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
- Relevant certifications (such as Certified Public Accountant or Chartered Accountant)
- Advanced skills in MS Office, accounting software, and databases. Relevant experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is advantageous

What We Offer

Meaningful Impact: Contribute to Australia's housing solutions while building a world‑class organisational culture

Flexible Work: Balanced hybrid arrangement supporting your work‑life integration

Growth Opportunities: Be part of our transformation journey with opportunities to shape our people practices

Cooperative Culture: Join a mission‑driven team committed to excellence and making a difference

We would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV, with a cover letter as one document outlining your interest and suitability.

We value diversity in our team and welcome all applications from all candidates.

This role is based in our Sydney CBD office. We offer flexible working, with the opportunity to work in the office and from home, in a supportive team environment, while making a difference in our purpose‑led organisation.

As a commonwealth entity certain roles at Housing Australia require the successful candidate to obtain and maintain a security clearance as a condition of employment.

No recruitment agencies please – we will reach out if we require any agency assistance. Thank you.

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📌 Financial Accountant (City of Sydney)
🏢 Housing Australia
📍 City of Sydney