Financial Accountant

Job Title: Financial AccountantReporting to: Finance DirectorSalary: A$100,000 - A$120,000 per annum + bonus & wider benefitsLocation: Sydney, Australia - WFH options offered (2 days per week)Our client is a multinational sustainable energy investment group with operations across the globe, their portfolio includes onshore wind, solar photovoltaic, solar thermal and transmission and distribution line technologies.They are currently seeking a Corporate Accountant to join their high performing team in Sydney, Australia. The ideal candidate will be Big Four/Top 10 audit trained, technically adept and able to deal with complex IFRS/technical accounting issues.Responsibilities:Production of annual consolidated and stand-alone financial statements in accordance with IFRSLiaising with external auditors and preparation of audit support schedules and working papers.Researching technical accounting issues and preparation of accounting memos for non-routine commercial transactions.Preparation of parts of the quarterly management report and providing commentaries to management.Assisting with group budgeting and forecastingPreparation of additional supporting schedules for reviews and providing explanations and analysis as required to support key stakeholders.Maintenance and quarterly uploading of the Company’s lease, depreciation, deferred charges, interest accruals and other accounting schedules as required.Researching technical accounting issues and preparation of file notes and accounting memos for non-routine commercial transactions. (depending on experience) Skills required:Qualified Accountant (CPA/ACCA) or equivalentAudit experience with a Big 4/Top 10 accounting firm is essentialPersonal drive to succeed and an ability to prioritise tasks effectively so as to meet the goals of the finance department within agreed deadlines;Good written and verbal communication skills;Attention to detail and ability to review own work;Fluent in English