Up to $130k + Super | Pro-Rata (Flex $5-10k)

12-month contract | 3 days per week (flex) | 1 day work from home

Looking for a role that offers variety, flexibility and the prospect to take ownership of a broad finance function?

We’re partnering exclusively with a well-established organisation in the education sector to recruit a part time Senior Financial Accountant on a 12-month contract. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative business team in a varied role spanning financial accounting, reporting, accounts receivable and compliance.

With a three-day working week and just one day required in the office, this role offers an excellent balance of meaningful work and flexibility.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you’ll oversee a broad range of accounting activities across the organisation and its associated entities, helping ensure accurate financial reporting, effective cash flow management and strong financial controls.

Key Responsibilities

Preparing month-end and quarterly journals, balance sheet reconciliations and profit and loss reporting.

Managing bank and credit card reconciliations, cash flow reporting and forecasting.

Reconciling investment transactions, intercompany balances and transactions across associated entities.

Preparing and lodging BAS, IAS and FBT returns.

Supporting year-end financial statements, external audits and annual budget preparation.

Maintaining the fixed asset register and supporting ongoing financial processes and reporting requirements.

Managing accounts receivable, including fee invoicing, collections, payment plans, receipts, scholarships and refunds.

About You





You’re a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys variety, takes ownership of your work and can confidently manage competing priorities in a small, collaborative team.

You’ll ideally bring:

CA/CPA qualification and 5+ years’ experience in a similar function.

Sound understanding of Australian tax legislation and reporting requirements.

Experience across accounts receivable, reconciliations, month-end reporting and financial compliance.

Strong attention to detail, organisation and time management skills.

Ability to work autonomously, exercise initiative and handle confidential information with discretion.

A collaborative, practical approach and confidence communicating with a range of stakeholders.

Experience working across multiple entities, managing debt collections or working within the education sector will be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

Part-time flexibility:

9am-5pm, 3 days per week. Option to do the same hours over 4-5 days.

Hybrid working:

1 day work from home after training is complete.

12-month contract:

A defined opportunity to contribute to an established organisation.

Varied responsibilities:

Broad exposure across financial accounting, reporting, compliance and accounts receivable.

Collaborative environment:

Work closely with the Finance Manager and wider organisation.

To Note:

Must be able to commence employment by mid-November.

This is a part-time role for 3 days a week but can be adjusted to the same hours over 4 or 5 days.

There is free parking available on-site and free breakfast and lunch provided.

Must have full working rights for the duration of the 12-month contract.

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📌 Senior Financial Accountant | Part Time (Sydney)
🏢 Mars Recruitment
📍 Sydney