Head of External Reporting (US GAAP)

Job title : Head of External Reporting (US GAAP)
Location : Sydney
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Salary : Circa $250,000 Package + Bonus
Contact name : Tom Clarke
Contact email : tclarke@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1628524
About the role

Join this growing listed company and play a key role in delivering high-quality external financial reporting and governance. As the Head of External Reporting, you will lead a dynamic team through the quarterly reporting processes with a strong knowledge of US GAAP & IFRS. You'll be the trusted advisor, providing technical accounting expertise and ensuring that financial information meets the highest standards. This is a pivotal role with the opportunity to shape external reporting practices and make a significant impact on the overall business.

Duties
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the external reporting team with a focus on culture and excellence.
  • Lead preparation and submission of SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements), ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Provide expert technical accounting advice to business units on key transactions and reporting matters.
  • Manage external financial close and reporting calendar in coordination with internal teams.
  • Oversee the preparation of high-quality financial reports, liaising with external auditors and stakeholders to deliver accurate, timely information.
  • Build strong relationships with business units and provide practical solutions to accounting and reporting challenges.
  • Ensure the continuous improvement of processes and the quality of financial reporting outputs.
Skills and Experience
  • CA/CPA qualified with 10+ years relevant experience
  • US GAAP listed experience in quarterly reporting
  • Big-4, mid-tier background preferred
  • Team management experience to lead a team of three
  • A keen eye for detail, coupled with a strategic mindset
  • A passion for continuous improvement
About the company

This company is an industry leading global tech company providing a dynamic and sustainable business. Owning and operating real assets, this includes data centre infrastructure all powered through renewable energy. A true market disrupter, this company is creative with ideas keeping everyday life exciting, interesting, challenging, and rewarding.

To Apply

Please apply through the relevant link, or to discuss this opportunity in more detail, please contact Tom Clarke at tclarke@sharpandcarter.com.au