Financial Accounting Senior Specialist

The Organisation
Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for the safe and efficient management of 11% of the world's airspace and provision of aviation rescue fire fighting services at Australia's busiest airports.
Our people are our greatest asset with a dynamic and diverse team operating from locations across the country - from bustling cities to regional and remote locations, including an island. This team keep are helping to secure the future of Australia's skies and keep it amongst the safest in the world.
We connect people with their world safely - linking family and friends, generating economic activity, creating jobs, and facilitating trade and tourism.
Airservices is committed to fostering a culture that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful. We encourage motivated individuals who love what they do, value a service first mindset and embrace a challenge to explore a career with Airservices. In return you will be a valued team member, be offered flexibility and experience a meaningful career in an exciting, ever-evolving aviation industry.
The Role & The Team
As a Financial Accounting Senior Specialist, you will be responsible for the ongoing management of all aspects of Financial Accounting, including transactions, reconciliations, and reporting; to manage year end processes including delivery of financial statements and coordination of external audit requirements; and to provide advice to the business in relation to statutory and regulatory accounting requirements.
You will build and maintain a culture of continuous improvement within a collaborative and inclusive team. You will lead and inspire Financial Accounting staff to deliver on functional and organisational objectives while providing ongoing professional advice, guidance and support, fostering a Centre of Excellence mindset.
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The Person
The successful applicant will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in accounting, finance or related discipline with sound knowledge and practical application of accounting standards and finance management practices and statutory reporting
• Demonstrated experience in the business and financial operations of a large commercial organisation or accounting firm, with exposure to accounting issues
• Demonstrated experience in leadership, including strong influencing, stakeholder management and communications skills
• Demonstrated experience in Financial Accounting & Reporting
• Membership of a professional accounting body in Australia (CPA Australia, CA ANZ) (Desirable)
• Capability and motivation to embrace technology and new ways of working

Airservices Australia is a diverse and inclusive employer that recognises the benefits of having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. We encourage applications from diverse groups including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
Security Clearance
To be eligible to apply, you must be an Australian Citizen or a Permanent resident as an Airservices Background check is required for this role. Please refer to the successful applicants will be required to undertake as part of the recruitment process.
Should you require any further information please contact Alicia O'Rourke - Talent Acquisition Advisor at alicia.o'rourke@airservicesaustralia.com.
How to Apply
To apply for this position please lodge an application online before Applications close 11.55 pm (AEST) Friday, 26 January 2024.
Advertised: 12 Jan 2024 12:00 AM E. Australia Standard Time
Application close: 26 Jan 2024 11:55 PM E. Australia Standard Time