Financial Accountant

Job title : Financial Accountant
Location : Perth
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Contact name : Ben Mason
Contact email : bmason@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1698586
This is a well-rounded Financial Accountant opportunity within a purpose-driven organisation operating across multiple service lines. The role offers genuine exposure to both core financial reporting and commercial partnering, working closely with operational leaders across the business.
You’ll join a collaborative finance team in a role that blends technical accounting with stakeholder engagement and process improvement.
  
The Role
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in maintaining financial integrity while supporting business decision-making across the organisation.
Key responsibilities include:
  • End-to-end month-end processes including journals, accruals, prepayments and cost allocations
  • Balance sheet reconciliations and review of P&L accuracy
  • Preparation of monthly reporting packs with analysis and commentary
  • Partnering with operational leaders to review performance and provide financial insights
  • Fixed asset accounting and lease reconciliations
  • Supporting statutory requirements including BAS, FBT and year-end reporting
  • Assisting with audit processes and liaising with external auditors
  • Contributing to budgeting, forecasting and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Providing guidance and support to junior finance staff
  
About You
You’re a proactive and commercially aware accountant who enjoys working closely with the business, not just sitting behind the numbers.
You will bring:
  • CA/CPA qualification (or near completion)
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance
  • Experience working in a mid-sized or complex organisation
  • Strong ERP systems exposure
  • Confident communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders
  • A hands-on approach with strong attention to detail
  • Ability to challenge, question and improve processes
  
The Opportunity
  • Broad, end-to-end role with strong exposure to operations
  • Highly collaborative environment with access to senior stakeholders
  • Opportunity to mentor and support junior team members
  • Stable organisation with a strong community and commercial focus
  • Central location with flexible working arrangements
  
If you’re looking for a role that combines technical accounting with genuine business partnering, this is a strong opportunity to step into a visible and impactful position.