With over 500 stores across Australia and New Zealand, employing more than 44,000 staff. Our client have a finance department of 120 people, with unparalleled career progression opportunities. They are seeking a diligent Senior Financial Accountant to be responsible for supporting decision-making and overseeing financial reporting. 

As a Senior Financial Accountant you will be responsible for:

• Leading a small team in managing all accounting obligations
• Support the Finance Manager in delivering all accounting obligations, whilst supporting both internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure all accounting policies, procedures and relevant legislative requirements are adhered to
• Creation and review of periodic financial statements and reports
• Ensure key provisions are prepared, reviewed and monitored
• Prepare and co-ordinate Wesfarmers group reporting requirements in a timely manner
• Identify risks and opportunities for the business in a timely manner to enable mitigation of identified risks

The successful candidate will be: 

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar capacity, either working in a corporate environment or within an accounting firm
• A strong understanding of accounting principles and standards
• Experience using Financial Systems (i.e. SAP), including accounting and general ledger experience
• A proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders across all levels of an organisation, including the confidence to present and exert influence as needed
• Led a team to success and genuinely enjoy leading and coaching teams
• Ability to drive improvements, meet multiple competing deadlines and ensure high attention to detail 
• Tertiary qualifications in commerce or business, with accounting or finance majors.
• Hold an ICAA or CPA qualification

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Danielle Bower on 0473 489 543 or dbower@sharpandcarter.com.au