Financial Accountant - Commercial Focus

Job title : Financial Accountant - Commercial Focus
Location : Sydney
Job type : Contract or Temp
Salary : $120,000 + Super
Contact name : Laura Ruddlesden
Contact email : lruddlesden@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1713697
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior Accountant to join a well-established, community-focused organisation in a temp-to-perm capacity. This role is ideal for a technically strong accountant who enjoys partnering with operational teams, and improving systems and reporting. As this organisation operates within the not-for-profit sector, the role is highly meaningful and purpose-driven.

You will work closely with senior finance leadership and play a key role in monthly reporting, grant acquittals, financial modelling, and systems optimisation. This position will commence as a 2–3 month contract with a strong view to becoming permanent. It is perfect for candidates who are immediately available or finishing a contract.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare monthly management accounts with detailed variance analysis
  • Produce program and service line P&Ls across multiple funding streams
  • Partner with non-finance managers across service delivery teams
  • Translate financial performance into practical business insights
  • Month-End & Financial Control - Own the month-end process, including journals, accruals and reconciliations
  • Maintain the fixed asset register
  • Track expenditure in line with funding requirements
  • Prepare detailed financial acquittal reports
  • Budgeting, Forecasting & Modelling - Support budgets, forecasts and cash flow planning
  • Conduct financial modelling for new programs and service expansion
  • Systems & Reporting  - Build dashboards and management packs using Power BI and Excel
  • Identify and implement system improvements and integrations
About You  
  • 4–7+ years’ experience in accounting or management accounting
  • Experience MS Dynamics Business Central 
  • Experience within government-funded or NFP organisations highly desirable
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills