Job Description

This is a Senior Financial Accountant role with Australian Payments Plus based in Sydney, NSW, AU

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Australian Payments Plus

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Role Seniority - senior

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More about the Senior Financial Accountant role at Australian Payments Plus

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Life @ AP+

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We are one connected team in pursuit of one inspiring purpose – to unite people and technology to power better experiences. Each of us has a part to play in making that happen. You'll be encouraged to bring your big ideas forward and make a difference through your work. Taking steps forward in your career whilst still having room for fun, friendships, and flexibility in your daily life. We're driven by our core values: lead with heart, learn for tomorrow and live our legacy. A purpose like ours takes the inspired impact of an incredible team. Ready to change the game? We're ready to help you do it.

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The Purpose

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As a Senior Financial Accountant at AP+, you will be responsible for the day-to-day finance functions to ensure the accurate recording and timely reporting of financial information for AP+ in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and Company policies. This role also supports Treasury, Tax and compliance obligations, with a core focus on year-end and audit requirements.

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Expected Day-to-day Activities

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Audit & Financial Statements

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- Provide supporting documentation and analysis for the year-end external audit.
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- Assist in the preparation and review of statutory financial statements.
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Month End

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- Prepare, review and post month-end journals as required.
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- Support timely and accurate month-end close processes.
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Reconciliations

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- Prepare and review high-quality balance sheet reconciliations.
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- Ensure adherence to accounting standards and AP+ policies.
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Technical Accounting

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- Apply accounting standards to operational matters.
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- Prepare technical accounting memos and provide advice on areas such as leasing and commercial agreements.
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Tax

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- Support the management of AP+'s tax obligations as required.
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Financial Compliance

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- Assist in ensuring AP+ meets its compliance obligations and compulsory government reporting requirements.
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Experience & Background

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- An undergraduate degree in Finance, Economics or Accounting.
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- CPA or CA qualification.
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- Minimum 5 years' directly relevant finance experience within a payment's organisation.
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- External audit experience.
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- Experience in the preparation and review of financial statements.
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- Robust problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and work collaboratively to deliver solutions.
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- A proactive mindset during change, encouraging flexibility and helping others see opportunities.
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- A collaborative approach, working effectively across teams and with external stakeholders.
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- A commitment to delivering high-quality outputs on time.
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- A leadership style that fosters psychological safety, values diverse perspectives, and empowers others to take ownership and try new solutions.
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Key Responsibilities

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- Supporting audits and financial statements
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- Managing month-end processes
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- Ensuring compliance
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Key Strengths

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- Financial reporting
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- Audit support
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- Tax compliance
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- Problem-solving
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- Leadership
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- Adaptability
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📌 Senior Financial Accountant (New South Wales)
🏢 Hatch
📍 New South Wales