Accountant | Permanent | CBD | Education Sector | 5 days in office

Your new company
You'll be working in the CBD, close to buses and trains, and with cafés on your doorstep. You'll be joining a well-established Education sector business, with a for-purpose outlook. The finance team don't recruit very often, and staff retention is excellent.
Your new role
You will have responsibility for end-to-end accounting for one of the operating units, and you will have a deep involvement with the wider Finance team. Your main duties will cover the following accounting tasks: - Supervising contractual invoicing
- Oversight and input into the trial balance
- Monthly, quarterly, and annual management and financial reporting
- Variance analysis and forecasting
- Liaising with internal and external stakeholders
- Assisting business units with budget preparation
- Working with business managers to deliver operational reporting
- Regular reforecasting
- Routine month end activities
What you'll need to succeed
You’ll need to be CPA, CA, or CIMA qualified with 5+ years’ experience in a finance role. Other requirements include:
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills




- Natural curiosity to investigate variances and understand root causes
- Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Must be a Permanent Resident or Citizen
- Must be able to pass a Police Check
What you'll get in return
Your recent team are friendly, welcoming and supportive, with a mixture of backgrounds, experience and personalities. You'll have the mentorship of an excellent manager who is approachable and down-to-earth. Other benefits of joining this organisation are:
- $100-105k + super, NFP packaging
- Extra holidays at Christmas
- Modern offices in the heart of the CBD
- Please note that this role is 5 days in the office, but flexibility in start/finish times can be offered
What you need to do now
Reference job number If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email to
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position in the Not for Profit or Public Sector, please contact me for a confidential discussion about your career.
#

📌 Accountant (Sydney)
🏢 Hays
📍 Sydney