AddressAbout Us
Globally, energy markets are in transition to a net zero future and the entities within these markets are transforming their underlying business models to ensure that they stay relevant, sustainable and profitable. As one of Australia’s largest energy providers, we are proud of our purpose to lead and accelerate the clean energy transformation for all.
Our ability to deliver on this Purpose will be dependent on your support to provide financial stewardship, control, risk management and insights into business transactions. As the Financial Accounting Lead you will be accountable for the preparation of statutory reporting obligations and accounting policies, treasury accounting, technical accounting support and maintaining an accurate balance sheet and P&L for EnergyAustralia.
About the Role
As our new Financial Accounting Lead you will be responsible for the following:
- Preparation of the annual and half year financial statements for the EnergyAustralia Group and its relevant subsidiaries
- Provide commercially focused, technical accounting advice.
- Support the Financial Control team Centres of Excellence (Capex, Opex, Project, GM) in interpreting the accounting treatment of the more complex areas of the business in ensuring the general ledger is accurately produced.
- Assist in preparation of accounting judgement papers and accounting memos for the Audit and Risk Committee, the Board of Directors and CLP.
- Manage the process of accurate accounting and financial reporting for the company’s Treasury activities including the monthly close process.
- Manage and coordinate the balance sheet, reconciliation process and hierarchies across Financial control for the business.
- Provide specialist technical accounting advice on business development activities and other projects including mergers, acquisitions and disposals.
How can you support the Clean Energy Transition
- Tertiary qualifications in accounting, finance, economics or another relevant quantitative degree (minimum requirement)
- Post graduate qualifications in accounting and/or finance holding current CA/CPA qualifications
- Strong technical accounting advisory experience gained from MNCs or Big 4, showcasing in-depth knowledge of accounting standards. Particularly adept in areas such as leasing, derivative accounting and consolidation, with the ability to offer strategic accounting insights and simplify complex financial information for diverse audience.
- Exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, fostering and maintaining strong working relationships with stakeholders.
- Collaborative team player with strong leadership skills, adept at communicating confidentiality and effectively, capable of thriving with minimal supervision.
- Possess a high level of business acumen, adept at navigating ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations effectively.
If you share our passion for a clean energy future for all and want to join us #Doing. Not just dreaming, then click the 'Apply’ button now.
Why Us?
We’re committed to providing an inclusive culture so our people can bring their whole selves to work and have a sense of belonging. From our PRISM network that creates a positive culture for LGBTI employees to our Reconciliation Action Plan that has commitments to strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations, it’s a workplace where everyone’s welcome. We offer;
- Discounts on your energy bills for you, your friends and family
- Recharge and relax with two extra days of leave each year. We call them recharge days.
- Choose your own public holidays. Take them as they fall or on a day that is more convenient or culturally significant to you!
- We offer 20 weeks paid parental leave that’s completely gender-equal.
- Balance Life and Work through our Energise program giving the freedom to choose when, where and how you work.
