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Senior Financial Accounting Manager

SeniorFull-timeHybridMelbourne VIC, AustraliaPosted 20 hours agoVerified 2 days ago
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About the job

The Senior Financial Accounting Manager job is an exciting opportunity for an experienced accountant to make a significant impact within the University. This role involves overseeing financial reporting, audit, and compliance activities, ensuring accuracy and control while supporting key decisions. The team thrives on collaboration and innovation, embracing a dynamic environment where every day brings new challenges.

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You'll be responsible for

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Leading financial reporting

Taking ownership of the University’s financial reporting, audit and compliance activities, ensuring everything is accurate and well controlled.
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Managing stakeholder relationships

Working closely with senior stakeholders such as ARMC and Council to support key decisions and external reporting.
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Improving financial processes

Connecting the dots across different financial areas and improving how things are done, ensuring no two weeks look the same.

Key criteria

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Extensive financial reporting experience

5+ years leading statutory reporting in complex organisations.

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Strong knowledge of accounting standards

Proven understanding of external reporting obligations and financial controls.

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Professional accounting qualification

CA or CPA certification required for this position.

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5 criteria for this job
Extensive financial reporting experience
5+ years leading statutory reporting in complex organisations.

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Strong knowledge of accounting standards
Proven understanding of external reporting obligations and financial controls.

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Professional accounting qualification
CA or CPA certification required for this position.

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Highly developed stakeholder management skills
Demonstrated ability to influence and build trust across teams.

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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience interpreting complex issues and implementing improvements.

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