Senior Financial Accountant - Banking (6 Month Contract)

A Senior Financial Accountant opportunity specialising in balance sheet reconciliations exists to join a dynamic finance project team. As a Senior Financial Accountant on the "End-to-End financial reporting risks and controls" project you will be responsible for embedding a standardised approach to balance sheet reconciliations, overseeing and executing the reconciliation process for a prioritised set of the Bank's balance sheet accounts and re-mediating reconciliation differences.

You will work in collaboration with the project team as we gain a detailed understanding of end-to-end processes and controls, ensuring controls are mapped across all risks within the process (including risks from data capture to data consumption), for financial statement reporting. This critical role requires a deep understanding of accounting principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Key responsibilities include:

Balance Sheet reconciliations:

• Lead and embed a standardised approach to BS reconciliation across a prioritised sub-set of BS accounts
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial statements by resolving discrepancies and variances promptly.
• Identify and investigate any anomalies or irregularities, providing insightful explanations and solutions.

Financial Reporting:

• Collaborate with internal and external auditors during audit processes, ensuring a smooth and efficient audit experience.

Process Improvement:

• Evaluate and enhance existing reconciliation processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Implement best practices for balance sheet reconciliation and take ownership of development of related financial policies and procedures.

Cross functional collaboration:

• Work closely with other departments, including but not limited to Retail Bank, Business Bank, Treasury, Operations, and Payroll to ensure alignment and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Provide support and guidance to the financial accounting team, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including business lines and auditors.
• Present findings, recommendations, and status updates to the project lead & General Manager of Financial Reporting & Control.

About YouKey skills and experience required for this role include:

• CA/CPA qualified (or international equivalent).
• 5+ years progressive post qualification experience in financial control.
• Demonstrated ability to implement best practice Balance Sheet reconciliations and control frameworks.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Experience of adhering to project deliverables, while working autonomously.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex concepts.
• Curious mindset with a view to implement continuous improvement.
• Financial Services expertise preferred.

Contact Wayne Rademeyer on 0476101*** or email ***************@randstad.com.au

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