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My client, a leading Australian banking group, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Financial Accountant to join their dynamic finance team on a six (6) month contract basis.

As a Senior Financial Accountant on the “financial reporting risks and controls” project, you will be responsible for embedding a standardised approach to balance sheet reconciliation, overseeing and executing the reconciliation process for a prioritised set of the Bank’s balance sheet accounts and remediating reconciliation differences.
You will work in collaboration with the project team, ensuring controls are mapped across all risks within the process (including risks from data capture to data consumption), for financial statement reporting.  This critical role requires a deep understanding of accounting principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Balance Sheet reconciliations:

• Lead and embed a standardised approach to BS reconciliation across a prioritised sub-set of BS accounts
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial statements by resolving discrepancies and variances promptly.
• Identify and investigate any anomalies or irregularities, providing insightful explanations and solutions.

 
Financial Reporting:

• Collaborate with internal and external auditors during audit processes, ensuring a smooth and efficient audit experience.

 
Process Improvement:

• Evaluate and enhance existing reconciliation processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Implement best practices for balance sheet reconciliation and take ownership of development of related financial policies and procedures.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including business lines and auditors.
• Present findings, recommendations, and status updates to the project lead and Head of Financial Reporting.

The ideal candidate:

• CA/CPA qualified (or international equivalent).
• 5+ yrs years progressive post qualification experience in financial control.
• Demonstrated ability to implement best practice Balance Sheet reconciliations and control frameworks.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Experience of adhering to project deliverables, while working autonomously.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex concepts.
• Curious mindset with a view to implement continuous improvement.
• Banking and/or Financial Services expertise preferred.

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