With over 1.3 million members RAC is one of WA's most iconic and trusted brands. We are a purpose-led member organisation striving to create greater value for our members and deliver on our purpose to be "The driving force for a better WA."
We're looking for an experienced Accountant to join our Finance team (Full time, 12 month max term contract) - play a key role in supporting the financial success of RAC!
Reporting to the Operations Accounting Manager, you'll provide high-quality accounting and financial services to our business units, helping deliver accurate financial insights, strengthen operational performance, and support informed business decision-making across the Group.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a collaborative team while making a meaningful impact on the organisation's ongoing success.
What will you be doing?
- Leading and preparing activities related to the annual budgeting and forecasting processes
- Partner with business stakeholders to ensure financial information is meeting requirements, emerging trends are identified including the analysis of financial result drivers
- Fosters and thrives in an environment of continuous improvement, working with team members to improve insights and ways of working.
- Delivering ad hoc projects and responsibilities as assigned by Managers and other senior stakeholders
- Completion of assigned month end/year end accounting processes for Shared Services and Group accounting transactions/journals for RAC Business Divisions
- Involvement in internal/external audit and ensure allocated audit tasks meet requirements
- Involvement in Tax related matters of BAS,
FBT and ITR and liaising directly with the Group Tax Team
- Preparation of assigned balance sheet reconciliations as per agreed timelines. Includes correct recognition and treatment of assets and liabilities
- Participate in and provide support where necessary on projects and initiatives as required to increase efficiencies across Shared Services
- Providing support to their team as required, during busy times or unforeseen circumstances, including providing BAU backfill to Team members whilst Project and initiatives are in progress
- Performing other duties as and when required by the Management Accounting Manager to ensure that the Financial Services team meets its objectives
- Improving processes within scope of responsibility
- Maintaining documentation of own relevant financial processes and procedures
- Offers the opportunity to learn and assist across different business units in the Group.
What are we looking for in you?
- Experience in accounting role in a large organistion or division.
- Tertiary Qualifications in Commerce/Business majoring in accounting.
- Professionally qualified as a CA or CPA or similar.
- Management and Financial Accounting
- Key requirement - An understanding of a large ERP system (Oracle, SAP) and key modules being Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, iExpenses and Fixed Assets.
- Strong reconciliation skills
- Advanced Excel skills. (exposure to Power Query would be an advantage)
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Analyse and interpreting financial data and information.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- High attention to detail.
- Engaging in effective teamwork.
- Ability to adapt to a changing workplace.
- Developing and maintaining professional relationships with stakeholders, and external groups.
- Motivating self and team to achieve business outcomes
- Ability to operate effectively in a Values/Behaviour based organisation and role model Behaviours.
What can we offer you?
- A workplace culture where our people feel valued, respected and empowered
- Work in flexible ways that meet work/life commitments and support wellbeing
- Professional career development and training
- Free Roadside Assistance and discounts on RAC products and services including Insurance, Holiday Parks and Resorts, Security, Finance and Auto Services
- Be part of a purpose led organisation that gives back to the WA community
- Opportunities for community engagement and corporate volunteering
- A very active Social Club - join one of the most active social clubs in Perth with over 900 members
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit a 1-page cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the position along with your resume.
Applications Close: Sunday 23rd August 20226
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as RAC reserves the right to close this vacancy without notice.
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📌 Accountant (Perth)
🏢 RACWA
📍 Perth
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