AddressFounded in 1927, the Volvo Group is committed to driving prosperity and shaping the future landscape through sustainable transport, mobility, and infrastructure solutions. By offering trucks, buses, construction equipment, power solutions for marine and industrial applications, financing and services that increase our customers' uptime and productivity.
Our headquarters are in Gothenburg, Sweden. Volvo Group shares are listed on Nasdaq Stockholm.
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
What you will doAt Volvo Group Australia you will contribute to the transformation of our company, the transport industry and society at large. Volvo Group has been in Australia since 1972 and has a strong track record of helping our customers succeed in their respective industries. Volvo Group Australia manages the manufacturing, distribution and operation of well-known brands such as Volvo Trucks, Mack Trucks, UD Trucks, Volvo Bus, Volvo Penta, Volvo Construction Equipment and Volvo Financial Services. As a Financial Accountant at Volvo Group Australia, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient execution of accounting and reporting activities to support our business operations. Reporting directly to the Chief Accountant, you will be responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting in compliance with local GAAP and International Financial Reporting Standards.
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Prepare and review financial reports for Volvo Group Australia, adhering to closing schedules communicated by the group.
- Utilise Volvo Group Consolidated reporting system for processing weekly and monthly sales and inventory reports.
- Conduct detailed analysis of the general ledger, identifying and resolving any issues or anomalies.
- Collaborate closely with Business Controllers to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Support annual audits and stock take processes in coordination with external auditors and internal stakeholders.
- Manage demo vehicles inventory and financial reporting to facilitate informed business decision-making.
- Identify and implement procedures to enhance month-end reporting processes for efficiency and internal controls.
Your future team
Working as part of a larger Finance team, you'll be exposed to the financial activities of our three brands; Volvo Trucks, Mack, and UD. There are excellent opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge in a global organisation, and in a collaborative environment, you'll be supported to engage with colleagues in different departments, and levels, and contribute to innovation and sustainability.
Who are you?Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Commerce or Business with a major in accounting or equivalent.
- Membership of CPA/ICAA
- Previous accounting experience in a commercial environment particularly in month end activities..
- Proficiency in SAP
- Advanced knowledge of Excel.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage workflow with minimal supervision.
We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:
- Flexible working arrangements
- Industry leading parental leave and support
- Additional super when choosing the Volvo default fund
- Access to our wellbeing EAP, Sonder for you and your family
- Free parking, including electric chargers
- On-site cafe
If you want to make a real impact in your career, the transportation business is where you want to be. We look forward to meeting you.
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Who we are and what we believe in
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group's leading brands and entities.
Group Finance contributes to realizing the vision of the Volvo Group by developing and providing a wide range of expert services from financial planning to accounting, business controlling, M&As, financial reporting and investor relations. With Volvo Group Finance you will be part of a global and diverse team of highly skilled professionals who work with passion, trust each other and embrace change to stay ahead. We make our customers win.
