About the role

This isn't a role where you'll spend the next couple of years doing the same month-end process. Longer term, there is scope to work on automation, AI, digital improvements and streamlining accounting processes. You will be accountable for the numbers but will also have a key role in improving how the finance function operates. You’ll be part of a welcoming finance team, working closely with and reporting to an experienced Finance Manager.

This role will work closely with other stakeholders across the finance function and the wider businesses, delivering high-quality financial analysis, maintaining data integrity, identifying opportunities for operational efficiencies, and ensuring the effective execution of daily processes and adherence to deadlines.

We have two roles available - candidates can be based in Brisbane or Melbourne.

Main responsibilities:

- Owning the numbers for a defined group of businesses end to end, run with minimal supervision, with the General Managers of those businesses coming to you directly

- Ensuring the successful completion of the monthly and quarterly financial deliverables, month end close activities and associated reporting for a selected group of businesses by the central reporting deadlines

- Effective stakeholder relationship management with an emphasis on fostering excellent business partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders.

- Preparing the monthly and quarterly forecast and reporting pack for your businesses

- Contributing to effective formulation, documentation and sharing of processes, policies, and procedures, including the implementation of AI-driven automation

- Action external/internal audit requests

- Application of IFRS accounting standards

- Mentoring and developing junior members of the finance team

What we’re looking for

- Effective communication skills with high attention to detail

- You run your own entities without supervision,



and you are comfortable being the person others come to

- When you are given something you have not done before, you work it out and come back with a recommendation. Shown once, you absorb it and get on with it

- Commitment to excellence, innovation and continuous improvement

- The ability to effectively prioritise and coordinate completion of tasks by the central deadlines

- Tech savviness and experience with computerized accounting packages

- An interest in systems and process improvement, with ability to question if existing processes are optimal and embracing change

- Solid problem solving and critical thinking skills

- Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Business, or other relevant professional qualification

- CA/CPA qualified

- At least 5 years of experience in a related role, preferably within a commercial software environment

- A solid understanding of core accounting principles and applicable accounting standards

About Vela APX

Vela APX is an operating group within Constellation Software Inc (CSI), a company traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol CSU. CSI acquires, manages, and develops industry-specific software businesses worldwide, offering them strategic direction and financial stability.

Vela APX delivers finance, administration, payroll, and HR support to an increasing portfolio of software companies in Australia, New Zealand, India, the UK, and Singapore. We are growing our finance team to keep pace with ongoing expansion and recent acquisitions.

Why join Vela APX?

At Vela, we believe in taking care of our team. Here are some of the perks and benefits that you’ll enjoy:

- Being part of a supportive and encouraging team

- Flexible work practices

- Professional development and growth – for the right candidate, this role offers frequent opportunities to develop new skills and a longer-term career development pathway

- Access to Bonus Scheme, Company Superannuation plan, Employee Referral bonus, EAP and more.

📌 Senior Financial Accountant (Melbourne)
🏢 Vela Software
📍 Melbourne