Address Join an Award-Winning
Tourism and Transport Company
SeaLink is looking for a bright and energetic individual who has a strong work ethic and an enthusiastic attitude to join their team!
Have a background in accounting?
Experienced in Finance Management?
Looking for an exciting new work environment?
We encourage you to apply!
About Us
Kelsian Group, formerly SeaLink Travel Group, is Australia’s largest land and marine, tourism, and public transport service provider with established international operations in Singapore and the UK.
With around 9000 employees, we are one of Australia’s most experienced and diverse multi-modal transport businesses operating around 4000 buses, 120 ferries, and 24 light rail vehicles, carrying over 207 million customers per year.
SeaLink Northern Territory is part of the Kelsian Group. Based in Darwin and operating across various locations in the Top End, with over 35 staff, SeaLink is a fast-growing business and a prominent ferry and tour operator in the region, operating daily 13 daily ferry services to Mandorah, 3 ferry services a week to the Tiwi Islands, daily ferry and bus services in the Groote Eylandt region as well as tourism operations in our regions.
About the Role
Based in Darwin and reporting to General Manager - SeaLink NT and Finance Manager based in Townsville, this role will have responsibility for overseeing and managing the financial activities of the organization. This role involves maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
In addition to the above, the role will have responsibility for the following:
Assist the General Manager and Finance Manager in managing the performance of the team including auditing and compliance to manage business risks
Identify, develop and implement business process improvements within the Finance department and greater business
Maintains relationship with daily client contact; being pro-active and following up on any outstanding issues with the client at an operational level.
Assist in the preparation of reports for internal and external stakeholders
Provide leave relief for all roles within the Finance Department
About You
We are looking for someone with an excellent understanding of accounting practices and their application, along with superior numerical ability and accuracy.
We are also looking for a person with the following knowledge, experience, and skills:
Proven experience as an Accounts Officer or similar role.
Experience across Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and regulations.
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Good organization & time management skills.
Self-motivated, proactive work ethic.
Ability to meet deadlines & maintain strong performance under pressure.
Candidate may be currently studying towards or interested in a bachelor’s degree, in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
The candidate we are looking for will be a team player with at least 3 years of previous experience in a similar role. Prior experience working in a shared services environment would be advantageous. As this role is based in Darwin and responsible for supporting our NT divisions with guidance from Finance Manager based in Townsville.
If this sounds like your dream job, we encourage you to apply!
How to Apply
Click APPLY and fill in as much information as you can in the track record section of the application, paying close attention to each question.
We are requesting your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the best person for this position.
Applications close by 5 pm on 8 February 2024
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately and the position may close earlier than stated if we have found a suitable candidate.
We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion.
