Senior Accountant
**** Sydney Frog Recruitment
Location: Sydney
Salary: Competitive package ranging from $110k to $145k based on experience
Contract type: Ongoing, full time opportunity
Work arrangement: Hybrid working options available, flexible, one day of work from home
Job Description
The organisation operates within the legal sector, providing comprehensive legal services across various jurisdictions and cultures.
As a Senior Accountant, you will support all areas of finance, ensuring accurate financial processes and reporting during a maternity leave cover.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and review journal entries, perform ledger and account analysis, and conduct variance analysis
Complete balance sheet reconciliations and ensure compliance with the firm's reconciliation framework
Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes as required
Assist in the preparation of financial and management reporting, liaising with the World Firm Finance team
Ensure finance processes comply with internal controls and authorisation requirements
Support tax compliance requirements through coordination with stakeholders and external advisors
Assist with external audits and resolve queries in a timely manner
Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance operational efficiency
Skills & Experience
Proven experience in a Senior Accountant role, including responsibility for financial reporting
Exposure to tax compliance, including GST, Payroll Tax, and Income Tax obligations
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis capabilities
Experience using Oracle Financials or a similar ERP system is preferred
Strong analytical and problem‐solving skills, with ability to manage competing priorities
What's in it for you
Competitive salary package ranging from $110k to $145k based on experience
Flexibility with one day of work from home
Opportunity to work within a collaborative and inclusive environment
Additional Details
Ongoing, full time opportunity
Salary, Clerk Grade 9/10: $133,348 - $146,945+ super, commensurate with experience
Based in Sydney CBD with hybrid and flexible working options available
Benefits
Permanent full time | 35 hours per week
Salary range $87,****** to $101,****** per annum, plus 12% superannuation
Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work (after probation), flexible 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 Programme
Employee Rewards Programme
Confidential Employee Assistance Programme
A supportive and collaborative team setting
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including credit control, cash flow management and customer/supplier administration.
Prepare financial reports, reconciliations, journals and month-end/year-end reporting activities.
Analyse revenue, margins and business performance to support commercial decision-making.
Manage statutory compliance, including BAS lodgements and audit requirements.
Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.




Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and controls.
Mentor junior team members and provide support across Accounts Payable and Receivable functions.
Payroll Management
Manage end-to-end payroll processing for Australia and Recent Zealand employees.
Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, taxation, superannuation and employment obligations.
Maintain payroll records, manage employee lifecycle changes and respond to payroll enquiries.
Coordinate payroll reconciliations, audits, statutory reporting and year-end obligations.
Support payroll system enhancements and process improvements.
Compliance & Continuous Improvement
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, taxation requirements and company policies.
Maintain strong financial controls, accuracy and confidentiality across all finance and payroll activities.
Contribute to finance transformation initiatives, business projects and strategic objectives.
Requirements
Degree qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline
Demonstrated experience in financial accounting and payroll administration
Strong knowledge of Australian payroll, taxation and superannuation requirements
Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail and accuracy with strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Intermediate to advanced Excel capability
Highly Regarded
CA or CPA qualification
Experience with Dynamics Business Central, MYOB Payroll, Concur Expense and Factorial HRIS
Experience with multi-state Australian and New Zealand payrolls
Exposure to multi-currency accounting and divisional reporting
Experience within aviation, engineering, maintenance or professional services industries
Why Join Us
Exposure to a globally recognised aviation organisation
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
A role with variety, responsibility and genuine impact
What We Offer
Permanent full time | 35 hours per week
Salary range $87,****** to $101,****** per annum, plus 12% superannuation
Permanent full time | 35 hours per week
Salary range $87,****** to $101,****** per annum, plus 12% superannuation
About you
At least 5+ years' experience in a similar role
CPA/CA qualified
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O; (or similar ERP), Employment Hero (or similar payroll system), Calumo (or similar reporting tool)
Culture & Benefits
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications regardless of cultural background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or neurodiversity.
We strive to build a collaborative, inclusive workplace that is representative of the communities we serve.
Benefits
Exclusive employee discounts via the DBG Health Employee Shop, including MCoBeauty, Esmi Skin Minerals, Nude by Nature, e.l.f. Cosmetics, Chemist's Own and more.
Acacia EAP Wellbeing Support, providing confidential 24/7 counselling, mental health support, financial coaching, and manager assistance.




Join a values-driven, supportive, and friendly culture within a dynamic, fast-growing business that actively promotes professional development and internal mobility.
Enjoy the ability to work autonomously in an empowering environment that supports ownership, accountability and personal success.
Access to the Bastas Academy for Health Leadership (via Melbourne Business School), supporting emerging and senior leaders with industry-leading programs, coaching, and development.
DBG Health Leadership Academy, offering structured leadership development, mentoring, and clear career progression pathways.
About the role
Prepare accurate month-end results within agreed timeframes, including journal preparation, reporting and financial accounting activities for local and international entities.
Prepare and maintain key accounting processes, including inventory provisions, inventory revaluations, fixed assets, freight capitalisation, and foreign exchange revaluations.
Complete balance sheet reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve accounting issues to ensure the accuracy of financial records.
Prepare monthly financial reports and support compliance activities, including GST reporting and audit requirements.
Partner with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Supply Chain and other stakeholders to resolve finance-related queries and reconciliations.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, maintain finance policies and procedures, and provide ad hoc reporting and analysis as required.
What You Will Be Working On
Deliver month-end and year-end accounting, journals and balance sheet reconcilations, 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.
What Type Of Person Will Be Successful
You enjoy understanding the story behind the numbers and helping others make sense of it.
You're comfortable asking questions, investigating something that doesn't look right and following through to a resolution.
You balance attention to detail with a practical approach to deadlines and working relationships.
A tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, and CA or CPA qualification.
Sound knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting principles and taxation requirements.
An understanding of budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
The ability to explain financial information clearly to finance and non-finance colleagues.
Initiative, sound judgement and a commitment to accurate work and continuous improvement.
Experience in a multi-site organisation, retirement living, property or aged care would be valuable, as would familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar ERP systems.
Closing Date
Tuesday, 3 November **** at 11:59 PM AEST
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