Financial Accountant (Financial Reporting & Taxation)

More excellence, less vanillaAs a Financial Accountant, you will join a team that supports all aspects of the RBA’s financial and taxation reporting requirements.Reporting to the Manager, Reporting & Taxation you will be part of a collaborative, high-performing team of 4 team peers who are motivated to achieve goals and deliver quality outcomes for the RBA, relating to areas including Financial Reporting, taxation, sustainability reporting and superannuation. You will assist with preparing the Bank's Financial Reporting, sustainability reporting and taxation obligations, and ensuring these are met in an efficient and accurate manner. You will arrive with experience to provide timely reporting and advice to the RBA on various reporting and taxation issues.Your backgroundExperience with the preparation of annual financial statements and regular internal reporting, including balance sheet reconciliations, reviewing the Bank’s accounting transactions and capitalisation processes.Experience in taxation reporting, including the preparation of GST and FBT returns.Experience or interest in sustainability reporting and the developing disclosure frameworks.Demonstrated ability to provide value-add analysis and advice of accounting standards and other Financial Reporting and taxation requirements.Up to date knowledge of relevant Australian and International accounting and sustainability standards.Up to date knowledge of GST and FBT legislation, particularly in relation to financial transactions.Experience of financial and taxation reporting within an equivalent financial or banking institution.Tertiary qualifications in accounting or relevant field are essential, and CA/CPA qualified membership highly desirable.Intermediate-Advanced level of Microsoft Excel skills essential.Experience with OneSource, Power BI and PeopleSoft is highly desirable.Your teamYou will report to the Manager, Reporting & Taxation and will work with a team of Financial Accountants. Finance has a dedicated focus on enabling the delivery of the Bank’s strategic priorities. It offers advisory support and services to help customers plan and budget, purchase goods and services, support the employee experience, manage risk and prioritise portfolio projects, and understand the Bank’s Financial Reporting obligations.Be MoreWorking for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the people of Australia, we can offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports your growth, wellbeing and promotes flexibility. Your individual growth and success drives the Bank forward as an organisation. Be more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.Why RBA?Through the pursuit of national economic policy objectives and associated activities in financial markets and banking, the RBA makes an important contribution to the Australian economy. We also issue Australia's banknotes and operates infrastructure critical to the payments system, all of which contribute to the welfare of the Australian people.Made up of specialists across a wide range of fields, our people have a critical role to play in achieving these objectives, whether directly or in a supporting capacity. As a values driven organisation, our people conduct themselves with a high degree of integrity, while striving for excellence in the work they perform and the outcomes they achieve. We encourage intelligent inquiry and we treat one another with respect, while promoting the public interest through our efforts.Your application should include a resume detailing your experience and qualifications.The Reserve Bank of Australia is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from experienced candidates seeking workplace flexibility.Few places give you the balance of professional challenge and a management culture that not only supports but encourages you to live a full life outside of work and be more.Application Close : April 24, 2024.