ABOUT THE ROLE The Accountant provides support to the Financial Controller for financial and management accounting for the Venues NSW network. The role contributes to the coordination of financial data to support the budget development process and efficient day to day operations of the finance team. This role is based at our head office, located inside Allianz Stadium at Moore Park but will work across our network of Stadiums and Venues in NSW on a permanent full-time basis.

ABOUT YOU The ideal applicants for the role will have the following skills & qualifications: Tertiary qualification in Finance or Accounting Experience of working in a range of finance and systems Strong excel and analytical skills and experience of or aptitude for a broad range of issues

WHY WORK FOR US In a role at Venues NSW, you’ll be helping bring Australia’s greatest live sports and world-class entertainment experiences to life. As custodians of over $4 billion in iconic assets from the Sydney Cricket Ground and Allianz Stadium to regional precinct hubs in Newcastle, and Wollongong we connect millions of fans through live experiences every year. When you join our team, you get the stability and support of a leading organisation paired with the dynamic energy of the major events industry. We offer clear pathways for career progression and internal mobility across our statewide venue network, along with a collaborative, team-oriented culture that celebrates diversity and shared success. Plus, you'll enjoy fantastic benefits, including discounts across our partners, wellness program, and access to events across our venues.

About the Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, Reporting, you will:

- Prepare and support the delivery of statutory financial statements, subsidiary accounts and year-end reporting requirements.




- Deliver month-end and year-end close activities including journals, accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and intercompany accounting.
- Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring financial integrity and timely resolution of reconciling items.
- Support management reporting through analysis of P&L; variances, balance sheet movements and key financial trends.
- Assist with external audit requirements, including preparation of audit schedules, supporting documentation and responses to audit queries.
- Apply strong technical accounting knowledge to ensure compliance with accounting standards, governance requirements and internal controls.
- Support SOX controls, finance transformation initiatives and continuous improvement projects across reporting and finance processes.
- Contribute to finance's ESG reporting obligations, including data collection, reconciliations, control evidence and audit support.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- CA, CPA or equivalent qualified accounting qualification.
- 3+ years' experience in financial accounting, statutory reporting, audit or financial reporting environments.
- Big 4 experience gained within Audit, Assurance or Financial Reporting engagements is ideal however
- Strong technical accounting skills and experience preparing or reviewing financial statements and statutory accounts.
- Demonstrated experience across financial reporting, month-end close,



reconciliations, journals and audit processes.
- A strong risk and controls mindset with the ability to identify issues, challenge evidence and maintain quality documentation.
- Experience working with external auditors and supporting audit deliverables.
- Advanced Excel skills and strong financial systems capability.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across finance and business teams.
- Exposure to SOX controls, finance transformation initiatives or ESG reporting will be highly regarded.

Why Join Us?

Some of our Employment Benefits

- Flexible Working – hybrid model enabling our employees to work in the office and at home
- Purchased Leave, Parental Leave, Volunteer Leave, Gender transition leave, Well-being leave
- Employee Recognition Program - to recognise people who are demonstrating our values and Company purpose.
- Talent Referral Program
- Salary Sacrificing via Superannuation
- Employee Assistance Program
- Learning & Development - Development at your fingertips via self-paced learning, including educational assistance support
- Employee discounts – Access discounted rates and offers from a variety of providers including Bupa and Microsoft!
- Novated Car Leasing

Culture at MUFG Pension & Market Services

We are an inclusive employer whose people work collaboratively. We encourage, support and value the various talents and perspectives of our people and promote a flexible and blended work environment where our people can thrive, and their wellbeing is supported. We know that diversity drives better client outcomes, continuous improvement, and growth. Be part of our company and together we will achieve our full potential.

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