05 Aug
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NextGen HR
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New South Wales
05 Aug
NextGen HR
New South Wales
We are a growing IT business based in Sydney CBD, operating in a fast-paced and commercially focused environment. Finance plays a central role in supporting operational performance, managing risk, and enabling informed decision-making across the organisation.
About the Role
We are looking for a hands-on Accountant to join our finance team, working closely with the Head of Finance and collaborating with operational stakeholders. This is a broad, commercially focused role that combines core accounting responsibilities with business partnering, financial analysis, and process improvement.
You will gain direct exposure to decision-making across billing, procurement, inventory, and cash flow, making a tangible impact on business performance.
Key Responsibilities
You will take ownership of:
- Transactional finance oversight, including billing cycles, accounts receivable and accounts payable integrity, and general ledger management
- Financial reporting, including month-end close, profit and loss statements, balance sheet reconciliations, and consolidated reporting
- Cash flow management, including forecasting, monitoring, and working capital improvement
- Merchant facilities reconciliation, covering credit card, EFTPOS, and online payment gateways
- Inventory, cost accounting, and revenue recognition processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment to business operations
You will also support broader business performance through:
- Preparation of management reporting packs, including financial commentary and analysis
- Contribution to budgeting and rolling forecasts
- Delivery of commercial insights, including margin analysis, pricing reviews, and project or product profitability
- Continual development of KPI dashboards, including metrics such as DSO, DPO,
billing accuracy, and cost ratios
- Partnering with operations, sales, and procurement teams to support informed decision-making
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls across AR, AP, and financial reporting processes
- Identify and implement process improvements to drive efficiency and data accuracy
- Support compliance with accounting standards and internal policies
About You
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
- CA, CPA or equivalent qualification, or near completion
- Approximately 3 to 5 years’ experience in a broad accounting or commercial finance role
- Strong understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end processes
- Practical experience managing AR, AP, billing, and general ledger activities
- Advanced Excel capability, with Power BI or similar tools highly regarded
- Experience working with ERP systems, billing platforms, and financial data environments
- Clear communication, a proactive mindset, and the ability to prioritise effectively in a deadline-driven environment
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- A proactive, collaborative approach with the ability to engage non-finance stakeholders
- A willingness to mentor and support junior team members
Why Join Us
- A competitive salary package + superannuation, with annual reviews tied to performance
- Broad, hands‑on role with genuine exposure to commercial decision-making
- Prospect to influence processes and improve financial performance
- Supportive finance team environment, collaborating closely with the Senior Leadership team
- Ongoing professional development, including CA or CPA support
- Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family
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📌 Accountant (New South Wales)
🏢 NextGen HR
📍 New South Wales