Experienced Financial Accountant for a six-month contract
Financial Accountant
6-Month Contract | Murdoch University | ImmediateStart
Hays is currentlypartnering with Murdoch University to recruit an experienced FinancialAccountant for a six-month maternity leave contract within their Procurementand Financial Performance division.
This is anexcellent opportunity for a qualified accounting professional to join a largeand collaborative finance function, supporting key financial reporting, assetaccounting and audit activities during a critical reporting period.
Your New Role
Reporting to theFinancial Accounting team leadership, you will be responsible for delivering arange of financial accounting and reporting activities, including:
Month-end accounting and financial reporting
Balance sheet reconciliations and variance investigation
Fixed asset accounting and reporting
Lease accounting and asset management activities
Capital project accounting and asset capitalisation
Supporting year-end financial reporting requirements
Assisting with the preparation and coordination of financial audits
Liaising with internal stakeholders and external auditors
Providing ad hoc financial accounting support as required
What You'll Need to Succeed
To be successfulin this role, you will demonstrate:
CA or CPA qualification (essential)
Previous Financial Accountant experience in a medium to large organisation




Strong understanding of fixed assets, lease accounting and capital projects
Experience performing complex reconciliations and investigating discrepancies
Knowledge of financial reporting and audit processes
Strong ERP systems experience (Workday exposure beneficial but not essential)
The ability to work independently and quickly adapt to new environments
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
What You'll Get in Return
Six-month contract with a respected WA institution
Flexible start and finish times
Opportunity to work within a large finance team of over 60 professionals
One day per week work-from-home arrangement (subject to manager approval)
Fixed workstation provided
On-site parking available via monthly permit arrangements
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Convenient location with public transport access
What You Need to Know
Full-time position (7.5-hour workday)
Start date: 19 October
Location: Murdoch University, Chancellery Building
Includes a two-week shutdown period over December/January
What to Do Next
If you're aqualified Financial Accountant with strong technical accounting expertise andare available for an upcoming contract prospect, click "Apply Now"or contact Hays Finance & Accounting for a confidential discussion.
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