Senior Financial Accountant, Finance Manager, Talent—Specials in tech, transformation & beyond

Sydney NSW. Financial Accounting & Reporting (Accounting). Contract/Temp. $100k - $110k p.a. Talent International is currently recruiting for a Senior Financial Accountant to work for a Global Luxury Fashion brand based in Sydney CBD. The position is a 6-month fixed-term contract role with the possibility of extension. The role is paying $100-110K + Super.

This is an amazing opportunity to join our Luxury Retail client as a Senior Financial Accountant, where you will: Provide accurate and timely financial accounting and reporting. Play a major role in regulatory compliance. Support process improvement and the deployment of new projects.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities: Oversee Accounting & Reporting to ensure timely and accurate financial statements. Provide Financial Analysis Support and assist in the budgeting process. Manage Fixed Assets and ensure accurate reconciliations. Liaise with External Auditors and prepare ad hoc reports. Ensure compliance with Taxation requirements. Maintain a robust Internal Control Environment to safeguard company assets. Supervise Staff, offering guidance and training as needed. Participate in Training Courses and professional development. Month-end accounts closing/reporting.

Preparing the following SyRus deliverables. Preparing analytical review for P&L, BS and cash flow statements for the accounting and finance manager to review. Provide support for inputs into the preparation of Budget schedules and PowerPoint presentations.

Prepare P&L expense lines (operating expenses mostly) and specific calculations for Rent, Fixed Assets Depreciation, Administrative Fees and IT costs. Support business analysis and generate ad hoc reports, as requested by the Accounting & Finance Manager. Maintain fixed assets registers & files. Follow the WIP accounts and communicate monthly on the existing projects. Work with the Accounting & Finance Manager to ensure the Financial Reporting Framework is consistent with Local, Regional and International Reporting Requirements. This includes: assisting with the preparation of annual statutory financial reports for filing with ASIC and NZ Companies office, assisting with external audit, and reporting on business statistics to ABS and Statistics NZ

Assist with the preparation of income tax schedules and the calculation of tax provisions.

Take the lead in FBT preparation and calculations; liaise with Tax consultant (PWC) to lodge FBT return.

Ensure internal controls are followed and guide the Boutique in charge when needed.

Perform quarterly full boutique audit/audit confirmation for allocated stores.

Prepare work papers and raise issues identified during boutique audits. Attend allocated stocktakes as required. Internal staff training: assisting the current team, especially Accounts payable & Assistant accountants, and providing necessary training and guidance. External staff supervision: manage interns and provide necessary training and guidance. Being aware of relevant training courses available. Keep abreast of changes in industry/regulations. Queries from Management & Stores. Ad hoc reports/information needed for the Finance team. Finding improvements in current processes.

Selection Criteria: Relevant degree, preferably a bachelor's in business/commerce with a major in Accounting/Finance. CPA or CA qualification is essential. Background in an accounting firm, or a Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in a similar role within a commercial environment, preferably in luxury retail or FMCG. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Experience with accounting software; SAP experience is essential. Detail-oriented and target-driven, especially with deadlines. Proactive and self-motivated team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Must have a strong attention to detail

Benefits: The opportunity to work for an amazing Global Luxury Brand in a prestigous office in the heart of Sydney CBD. Eligable for Staff Discounts. Flexible working arrangements. This is an amazing opportunity to work for a global luxury fashion brand. If you have previous experience as a Finance Analyst in Retail or worked for a Luxury industry, then this could be the perfect role for you! The role will see you providing finance and office administration support for the organization. If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume in MS Word Format.

For further information, you may contact Jessica Abboud on 02 8240 9596 Jessica.abboud@talentinternational.com

Senior Financial Accountant, Finance Manager, Talent—Specials in tech, transformation & beyond

Sydney NSW. Financial Accounting & Reporting (Accounting). Contract/Temp. $100k - $110k p.a. Talent International is currently recruiting for a Senior Financial Accountant to work for a Global Luxury Fashion brand based in Sydney CBD. The position is a 6-month fixed-term contract role with the possibility of extension. The role is paying $100-110K + Super.

This is an amazing opportunity to join our Luxury Retail client as a Senior Financial Accountant, where you will: Provide accurate and timely financial accounting and reporting. Play a major role in regulatory compliance. Support process improvement and the deployment of new projects.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities: Oversee Accounting & Reporting to ensure timely and accurate financial statements. Provide Financial Analysis Support and assist in the budgeting process. Manage Fixed Assets and ensure accurate reconciliations. Liaise with External Auditors and prepare ad hoc reports. Ensure compliance with Taxation requirements. Maintain a robust Internal Control Environment to safeguard company assets. Supervise Staff, offering guidance and training as needed. Participate in Training Courses and professional development. Month-end accounts closing/reporting.

Preparing the following SyRus deliverables. Preparing analytical review for P&L, BS and cash flow statements for the accounting and finance manager to review. Provide support for inputs into the preparation of Budget schedules and PowerPoint presentations.

Prepare P&L expense lines (operating expenses mostly) and specific calculations for Rent, Fixed Assets Depreciation, Administrative Fees and IT costs. Support business analysis and generate ad hoc reports, as requested by the Accounting & Finance Manager. Maintain fixed assets registers & files. Follow the WIP accounts and communicate monthly on the existing projects. Work with the Accounting & Finance Manager to ensure the Financial Reporting Framework is consistent with Local, Regional and International Reporting Requirements. This includes: assisting with the preparation of annual statutory financial reports for filing with ASIC and NZ Companies office, assisting with external audit, and reporting on business statistics to ABS and Statistics NZ

Assist with the preparation of income tax schedules and the calculation of tax provisions.

Take the lead in FBT preparation and calculations; liaise with Tax consultant (PWC) to lodge FBT return.

Ensure internal controls are followed and guide the Boutique in charge when needed.

Perform quarterly full boutique audit/audit confirmation for allocated stores.

Prepare work papers and raise issues identified during boutique audits. Attend allocated stocktakes as required. Internal staff training: assisting the current team, especially Accounts payable & Assistant accountants, and providing necessary training and guidance. External staff supervision: manage interns and provide necessary training and guidance. Being aware of relevant training courses available. Keep abreast of changes in industry/regulations. Queries from Management & Stores. Ad hoc reports/information needed for the Finance team. Finding improvements in current processes.

Selection Criteria: Relevant degree, preferably a bachelor's in business/commerce with a major in Accounting/Finance. CPA or CA qualification is essential. Background in an accounting firm, or a Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in a similar role within a commercial environment, preferably in luxury retail or FMCG. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Experience with accounting software; SAP experience is essential. Detail-oriented and target-driven, especially with deadlines. Proactive and self-motivated team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Must have a strong attention to detail

Benefits: The opportunity to work for an amazing Global Luxury Brand in a prestigous office in the heart of Sydney CBD. Eligable for Staff Discounts. Flexible working arrangements. This is an amazing opportunity to work for a global luxury fashion brand. If you have previous experience as a Finance Analyst in Retail or worked for a Luxury industry, then this could be the perfect role for you! The role will see you providing finance and office administration support for the organization. If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume in MS Word Format.

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For further information, you may contact Jessica Abboud on 0282409596 or Jessica.abboud@talentinternational.com.