Senior Accountant

Job title : Senior Accountant
Location : Sydney
Job type : Contract or Temp
Salary : $140,000 + Super
Contact name : Laura Ruddlesden
Contact email : lruddlesden@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1747693
Senior Accountant – Finance Transformation

6-Month Contract | Up to $140,000 + Super (Annual Equivalent) | Immediate Start

About the Role

Our client is a leading global organisation seeking a talented Senior Accountant / Finance Transformation Project Accountant to join their Finance team on an initial six-month contract. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in driving finance transformation, automation and process improvement across the business.

A key focus will be using Alteryx, data and technology to automate manual processes and improve the efficiency of Finance. You will also support month-end close, reconciliations, journals and reporting, making this an ideal opportunity for an accountant who combines strong accounting fundamentals with a passion for technology and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities
  • Drive finance transformation, automation and process improvement initiatives.
  • Build and implement Alteryx workflows and data-driven solutions.
  • Analyse data to identify efficiencies, risks and opportunities.
  • Improve Finance processes, controls and reporting.
  • Support system and process implementations.
  • Partner with Finance, Technology and other key stakeholders.
  • Support month-end close, journals, reconciliations and variance analysis.
  • Identify opportunities to automate manual Finance activities.
About You
  • Up to 5 years' experience in accounting, finance or transformation.
  • Strong accounting and month-end experience.
  • Experience in finance transformation, automation or process improvement.
  • Alteryx experience highly desirable.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Comfortable working with large data sets and technology.
  • Confident communicating with senior stakeholders.
  • Available to commence at short notice.
The Opportunity Join a major global business and work directly with the Financial Controller on high-profile finance transformation and automation initiatives.
Apply now to be part of a global Finance transformation journey.