Job Description
Acclime is seeking a Financial Accountant to join our Melbourne team with a focus on owning the month-end close process, ensuring financial data is accurate, complete and ready for reporting.
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You will act as the link between transactional finance and reporting, taking ownership of financial integrity and providing clear, practical insights to internal stakeholders. While the role is primarily review and oversight focused, you will be comfortable being hands-on where required.
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What you will be doing?
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Month-End Close
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Own the end-to-end month-end process
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Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, journals and adjustments (including accruals, prepayments, loans and provisions)
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Prepare monthly management accounts and reporting packs, including P&L; variance analysis against budget/forecast
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Provide clear, practical commentary on key movements, risks and issues to finance leadership
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Business Partnering
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Partner with department leads on performance, queries and variance explanations
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Support budgeting and forecasting cycles with accurate, timely inputs
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Translate financial data into practical insight for non-finance stakeholders across the business
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Team Coordination & Review
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Review work completed by junior or offshore team members, providing guidance and feedback.
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Drive efficient workflows and support delegation of transactional work where appropriate
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Support review coverage alongside the Senior Financial Accountant, helping maintain continuity across the team
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Reporting & Compliance
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Support preparation of statutory accounts and coordination with external auditors and tax advisors
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Ensure financial records are maintained in line with Australian accounting standards and internal controls
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Hands-On Support
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Support process improvements and system enhancements
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Support clean-ups, transitions and process documentation as the finance function scales
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What are we looking for?
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5+ years' experience in accounting role within an internal finance function
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A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
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Strong experience owning month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations end-to-end
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Strong understanding of accounting principles, practices and procedures.
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Advanced Xero and strong Excel skills
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Effective communication and interpersonal skills
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Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
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High attention to detail and strong ownership mindset
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CA/CPA (completed or in progress)
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Experience in a medium-sized business or within a broader corporate finance team
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Exposure to multi-entity, group consolidation or listed-entity reporting environments
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Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting or FP&A; processes
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Experience in a multinational or cross-cultural work setting
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Experience working with offshore teams
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Exposure to multi-entity or listed-entity reporting environments
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What makes this role a winner:
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Melbourne-based with flexible working
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Collaborative, high-performing team
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Additional leave including Birthday Leave and Wellness Day
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We recognise that great candidates don't always meet every requirement. If you are adaptable, a strong problem solver and comfortable working in a dynamic client environment, we encourage you to apply.
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📌 Financial Accountant (Victoria)
🏢 Acclime
📍 Victoria