Why You Will Be Excited About This Role Put your accounting expertise to work where you can see the connection between financial decisions and everyday life in our communities. As a Financial Accountant at Levande, you’ll help village teams understand their numbers, plan with confidence and make informed decisions that support residents. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you’ll combine financial accounting with budgeting, forecasting and working directly with Village Managers. You’ll build your understanding of retirement living operations, strengthen reporting and find practical ways to improve how work gets done. You’ll have the opportunity to: Build relationships with Village Managers, translating operational priorities into realistic budgets and forecasts. Turn financial information into clear insights that help teams understand performance and take action. Investigate accounting issues and improve the quality of the information people rely on. Contribute ideas that simplify reconciliations, strengthen controls and support automation.

Why You Will Like Working Here Your financial expertise will help the people running our communities make sound decisions and plan for the future. You’ll work with colleagues across Finance and Village Operations, broadening your business knowledge while contributing your own ideas and experience. You’ll also have access to:
My Day: One additional day of leave each year to spend on something meaningful to you.
Learning and development: An extensive learning library, plus education assistance and paid study leave for eligible employees.
One Simple Thing: Work with your manager to agree on a practical flexibility arrangement that supports your needs and wellbeing.
24/7 wellbeing support: Access Sonder, your Everyday Wellbeing Companion, for confidential health, safety and wellbeing support for you and your family.
Everyday savings and fitness: Access shopping, dining and entertainment discounts through We Shine Savings, plus affordable fitness memberships through Fitness Passport.

What You Will Be Working On Your work will bring together accurate financial reporting and an understanding of what drives village performance. You’ll:
Deliver month-end and year-end accounting, journals and balance sheet reconciliations, investigating discrepancies and resolving outstanding items.
Prepare financial, management and resident-related reports, explaining key movements and findings clearly.
Coordinate annual village operating budgets with Village Managers, testing assumptions and understanding planned activities and costs.
Prepare forecasts and investigate variances, identifying financial risks, opportunities and practical actions.
Support tax reconciliations and external audits with accurate calculations, schedules and supporting documentation.
Improve processes and documentation, working with Finance colleagues to resolve historical accounting and data quality issues.

- Build relationships with Village Managers, translating operational priorities into realistic budgets and forecasts.
- Turn financial information into clear insights that help teams understand performance and take action.
- Investigate accounting issues and improve the quality of the information people rely on.
- Contribute ideas that simplify reconciliations, strengthen controls and support automation.

At Levande, our people create communities where older Australians can live well every day. We know the best communities are built by teams with diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. That's why we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences.

As Financial Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting Council's financial integrity, compliance, and reporting obligations. Reporting to the Head of Financial Management, you will work within a collaborative finance team to ensure the application of sound financial management principles and the transparent reporting of Council's financial performance.

This role is responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining the integrity of Council's general ledger, supporting grant and asset accounting, and contributing to the preparation of statutory financial statements. You will also provide professional financial advice to stakeholders and help maintain a strong financial control environment across Council.

Key accountabilities:

- Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and reporting in accordance with relevant legislation, accounting standards, Office of Local Government requirements and Council policies.
- Perform general ledger reconciliations and ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data.
- Assist with the preparation of monthly, annual and statutory financial reporting, including Annual Financial Statements and supporting disclosures.
- Monitor and reconcile Council's grants register, ensuring compliance with funding agreements and accounting standards.
- Support the accounting and management of Council's fixed assets, including capitalisation, depreciation, disposals and asset revaluations.
- Review capital project expenditure and work‑in‑progress balances to support timely project capitalisation and closure.
- Provide financial advice, support and recommendations to management and internal stakeholders.
- Contribute to the development, implementation and review of finance policies, procedures and internal controls.
- Assist with internal and external audit activities and ensure the timely resolution of audit requests and findings.
- Provide support across key finance functions, including banking, receipting and reconciliations, as required.

What We Offer





- Permanent full time | 35 hours per week
- Salary range $87,352.30 to $101,210.82 per annum, plus 12% superannuation
- Council benefits include:
- Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work (after probation), adaptable start and finish times, and the option of a 9‑day fortnight
- Generous leave entitlements, including 4 weeks annual leave, 1-week MyLeave (supporting your health and wellbeing) and 14 weeks parental leave
- Long service leave after 5 years
- Access to Fitness Passport for you and your family
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including a Sponsored Study Program
- Employee Rewards Program
- Confidential Employee Assistance Program
- A supportive and collaborative team environment

What We Are Looking For

We're seeking a motivated and detail-oriented finance professional who can contribute to the delivery of high-quality financial management and reporting services. To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, Business, or a related discipline.
- Experience in an Assistant Accountant, Financial Accountant, or similar accounting role.
- Sound knowledge of financial accounting principles, reporting requirements, and compliance obligations, with the ability to deliver accurate and timely financial outcomes.
- Experience administering grants and accounting for grant income and expenditure in accordance with relevant accounting standards, including AASB 1058 and AASB 15.
- Experience in fixed asset accounting, including asset capitalisation, depreciation, disposals, and asset reporting.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, and meet deadlines.
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain financial information and build effective working relationships with stakeholders.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
- A commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining current knowledge of accounting standards, legislative requirements, and local government practices.
- Knowledge of Office of Local Government financial reporting requirements and applicable local government legislation.

For further information, please contact Scott Henwood, Chief Financial Officer, or download the Position Description.

Applications must be submitted via our website.

Closing date: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 11:59 PM AEST

We are looking for a capable and hands‑on Financial Accountant to join our team in a role that combines traditional finance responsibilities with ERP implementation and business systems support. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys more than just the numbers. Alongside supporting core accounting and finance functions, you will play an important role in the implementation and optimisation of our ERP environment, including Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O;) or a similar ERP platform. You will work closely with Finance, Operations, IT and external implementation partners to help ensure that our current systems, processes and reporting are fit for purpose. The ideal candidate will be a strong accountant who is also systems‑minded, analytical, organised and comfortable working through problems and testing new processes. Key Responsibilities:

- Support day‑to‑day financial accounting and finance operations.
- Assist with month‑end and year‑end close processes.
- Prepare and review account reconciliations and financial reports.
- Assist with general ledger, journals, accruals, prepayments and other accounting activities.
- Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes as required.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting and management reporting.
- Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting.
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and internal policies.

ERP Implementation & Systems

- Support the implementation, configuration and optimisation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations or a similar ERP system.
- Work with Finance and business stakeholders to understand current processes and future requirements.
- Assist in translating finance requirements into practical system and process solutions.
- Participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT), including preparing test scenarios, executing test scripts and documenting results.
- Identify, investigate and help resolve system issues, data issues and process gaps.
- Validate financial transactions, workflows, reporting and integrations within the ERP.
- Assist with data migration activities, including data validation and reconciliation.
- Review and document business processes and system procedures.
- Work with implementation partners, consultants and internal stakeholders to track issues through to resolution.
- Support system cutover, go‑live and post‑implementation activities.
- Help develop user guides, process documentation and training materials.
- Act as a key link between the Finance team and ERP/IT stakeholders.

As part of near‑term business support, you will be required to support functional troubleshooting of existing processes and systems, assist with Root‑Cause-Analysis and suggest system and/or process improvement.



The role also offers exposure to an ongoing ERP upgrade and project continuity within the larger ERP strategy. The position is ideal for a forward‑thinking, self‑motivated finance professional with strong analytical skills and a passion for technology and business systems.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, persons with disabilities or who hold any gender identity or gender expression, all cultural or ethnic backgrounds. We are an equal‑opportunity employer.

What You Will Be Working On Your work will bring together accurate financial reporting and an understanding of what drives community performance. You’ll deliver month‑end close, year‑end closing, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and compliance activities. You’ll support the implementation and optimisation of the ERP system.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare statutory financial statements and coordinate audit deliverables, supporting schedules and responses to external auditor queries.
- Complete assigned month‑end, quarter‑end and year‑end activities, including journals, accruals, provisions, reclassifications and supporting analyses.
- Prepare high‑quality balance sheet reconciliations, investigate reconciling items and support timely remediation of control issues.

Qualifications:

- Degree qualified in Accounting, Business, or a related discipline, with CPA or CA qualification (or close to completion).
- 5+ years’ experience in an accounting role, including supervising or mentoring team members.
- Strong technical accounting skills, with knowledge of IFRS 16 leases, multi‑currency accounting, intercompany transactions, transfer pricing, or acquisition accounting viewed favourably.

Benefits:

- Quarterly wellbeing day off - Four additional days off a year as your "YOU" days
- Wellbeing and technology allowance
- Hybrid flexibility for this role
- Nearmap subscription (of course!)
- Stocked kitchen with access to all the snacks you need
- In‑office lunch every Tuesday and Thursday at our Sydney CBD office
- Showers available for anyone cycling to work or lunchtime gym‑goers!

About the role
We move fast and work smart; often wearing multiple hats. We’re proud of our inclusive, supportive culture, and maintain a safe environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and can be themselves.

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Employee Status: Regular
Relocation: No relocation
VISA Sponsorship: No
Travel Requirements: No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid
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Financial Accountant (Maternity Leave Contract) Suydney

At SunRice, with rice at our heart, we bring people together through inspiring and delicious food. From our roots in the Riverina more than 75 years ago, we've grown into a proudly Australian‑owned, ASX‑listed global food business with around 2,300 employees, a diverse portfolio of 45 brands and a presence in nearly 50 countries. Guided by our purpose and values, we're driven by a global mindset, a commitment to innovation and a genuine care for our people, communities, and environment. Join a business with strong heritage, exciting growth ambitions, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact.

About the Role We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Financial Accountant to join our Finance team for a Maternity Leave Contract up to Sept 2027. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong financial controls, supporting month‑end close activities, and partnering with stakeholders across the business.

The successful candidate will work closely with the General Accounting team and provide support across balance sheet reconciliations, financial reporting, statutory compliance, and continuous process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and post month‑end journals, including accruals, prepayments, provisions, and reclassifications.
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate outstanding items.
- Support month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes.
- Analyse financial results and provide variance commentary.
- Support external and internal audit requirements.
- Monitor and maintain fixed asset accounting and project‑related accounting records.
- Work closely with business stakeholders to resolve accounting issues and improve financial processes.
- Contribute to continuous improvement and finance transformation initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and internal controls.

About You You will ideally have:
- Degree qualification in Accounting, Commerce or Finance.
- CPA or CA qualified, or working towards qualification.
- Minimum 3‑5 years' experience in a Financial Accountant or similar role.
- Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and month‑end processes.
- Experience with balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting.
- SAP experience is essential.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

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