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About JANA
We are here for one reason. People. Together with our clients, we have the power to change the lives of millions of Australians for the better.
JANA is a leading investment consulting firm with offices in Melbourne & Sydney. Our core business provides investment advisory consulting to over 85 institutional clients, including corporate, industry and public sector superannuation funds as well as charities, insurers, foundations and endowment funds. This includes asset allocation, manager research and selection and investment strategy advice. Fostering close relationships with each and every client, we not only understand the needs of our clients but also continues to identify unique investment opportunities for the ongoing benefit of our clients and their beneficiaries.
Your new role
This is a full-time Accountant position within an industry leading consulting services firm with a blue-chip client base. This role is established as part of the development of the Finance function within JANA.
Some of your duties will include:
- Process daily interfaces between banking systems and XERO General Ledger, bank reconciliations and identification and resolution of issues
- Review of regular payroll calculations and processing
- Process interfaces between payroll system (ADP), expense management system (Flexipurchase) and XERO General Ledger
- Post and reconcile client revenue and receivables
- Prepare monthly general ledger account reconciliations and supporting working papers
- Prepare monthly management reports and supporting workpapers
- Contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of finance processes
Reporting to the Head of Finance and working closely with the finance team of 4 including this role, you should enjoy working to a set weekly and monthly cycle and take a great deal of pride in paying attention to detail whilst always seeking opportunities to improve the company’s financial processes.
- Must have previous hands-on experience with XERO accounting software package
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
- Sound knowledge of other MS Office products (e.g. Word and PowerPoint)
- Experience with Power BI
- Accounting qualification (degree)
- 3-5 years’ experience in a similar accounting role
JANA is a leading investment consulting firm with offices in Melbourne & Sydney. Our core business provides investment advisory consulting to over 85 institutional clients, including corporate, industry and public sector superannuation funds as well as charities, insurers, foundations and endowment funds.
At JANA, we surround ourselves with curious, self-motivated, people who are empowered to learn from and inspire each other. Every member of the team passionately strives to achieve outstanding results for each and every one of our clients. To suggest our team are committed to deliver, grow and rise to every opportunity would be an understatement.
We welcome diversity and the diverse thinking it brings. Our people are known for building long lasting relationships with clients and in doing so an in-depth understanding of client needs
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of JANA and its ongoing success.
Being part of the team at JANA, is just the beginning.
At JANA, we offer rewarding careers for outstanding professionals where you will receive recognition based on your performance. Further to this, JANA also provides the following benefits for its people:
- 50% reimbursement on costs for further study on relevant courses and study leave provisions
- Flexible work options
- Ability to purchase an additional 4 weeks of annual leave per year
- Generous leave provisions including sick, carer’s and parental leave options to support our people when they need it most
- An annual Volunteer day to contribute to your favourite charity or community cause
- Regular health and wellbeing seminars and activities as part of our Health and Wellbeing program
- Monthly reward and recognition program
- Employee Assistance Program and flu vaccines
Don’t meet every single requirement but excited about this role? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all the criteria. Here at JANA, we’re passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive team, one where people can be their authentic selves. We believe diversity of thought, experience and background strengthens our long-term excellence, ultimately ensuring prosperity for the millions of people we represent. So we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all the criteria. You just might be a great fit for another role if not this one!
Applications will only be considered from candidates who have the appropriate working rights to work in Australia. Successful applicants will be required to complete a Criminal & Bankruptcy check prior to commencement of employment.
Next steps
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please apply by submitting your confidential application online including a resume and cover letter highlighting your interest and suitability for this role.
