Accountant

Our Finance team are on the lookout for an experienced Accountant to join us on a full-time basis in Brisbane CBD. Apply Now!

• Central location, open plan office and monthly morning tea and coffee on us
• Work alongside a collaborative team and experience our great office culture
• Permanent full-time position

Why UniLodge:
UniLodge specialise in student accommodation and have been an industry market leader since 1996. The UniLodge Group manages a diverse portfolio of close to 130 properties and hotels with a footprint in every city in mainland Australian and New Zealand; and we employ a team of over 1200 staff across our business. We optimise tenancy for owners and create thriving communities.
Across our workforce we have built an enviable culture of trust, engagement, collaboration, and fun. Our residents come from diverse backgrounds, and we want our teams to reflect this. Our people are the heart of our business, and their contributions are valued and celebrated. We invest in the wellbeing and professional development of our team offering access to ongoing training and professional development including an Emerging Leader Program, career progression, development reviews, and employee assistance program (EAP) services. We acknowledge that everyone leads unique lives, and therefore offer various leave options including CA/CPA study support, parental leave entitlements, etc.
About your new role:
We are seeking an Accountant to join our UniLodge & Essence team located at our Head Office in Brisbane CBD. You will be responsible for the preparation of management accounts for Australian and New Zealand properties under UniLodge & Essence management.
In a rapidly growing business, this role requires the accountant to deliver a consistent, accurate and high-quality service. Our role will allow you to grow & develop your accounting and professional skills, whilst gaining a thorough understanding of how a thriving Finance Department works.
Your responsibilities as Accountant include, but are not limited to:

• Preparation of month end management accounts for properties – income journals, bank reconciliations, pre-payments & accruals, profit and loss statements, balance sheet, GST and cash flow statements
• Variance analysis between actuals vs budget and providing commentary.
• Budgeting & forecasting for properties, for both UniLodge & Essence and building owners
• Preparation of year end reconciliations required for the annual audit for both UniLodge & Essence and building owners
• Inter-company reconciliations & ownership of corporate credit card process
• Account receivable invoicing, debtor management and arrears reporting
• Ad hoc trust receipting or review of trust payments where required
• Partnering with the Property Managers and building owners, including financial and operational reviews, process improvements and monthly/quarterly reporting
• Understanding the Property Management System and providing support to property staff when processing end of month

About You:

• Commenced or nearing completion of CA/CPA Accreditation
• 2 - 3 Years’ experience within a similar accounting role
• Business/Accounting degree
• Intermediate Excel skills including formulas - pivot tables, vlookups (required)
• Strong attention to detail, able to meet deadlines & excellent verbal/written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills & follows tasks through to completion
• Customer focussed and able to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Self-motivated and proactive behaviours are a must with examples from work history
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills; be confident in explaining policy and procedures to a variety of stakeholders whilst maintaining a professional approach

Our mandatory requirements include:

• National Police Check, at your own cost
• Unrestricted work rights in Australia

How to apply…

If you’re interested in working with us, please submit your application as soon as possible - outlining all the amazing qualities and skills you can bring to our team.
UniLodge reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Candidates will be progressed as applications are received, rather than after the advertisement closure date.
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