Senior Financial Accountant - Leases & Fixed Assets

Job title : Senior Financial Accountant - Leases & Fixed Assets
Location : Parramatta
Job type : Contract or Temp
Salary : Circa $70 per hour + superannuation
Contact name : Samantha Tan
Contact email : stan@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : ST1727986
  • Western Sydney | Hybrid Working | Complex, Multi-entity Business
  • 6-Month Temporary (Potential for Extension/Permanency)
  • Lead Lease & Fixed Asset Accounting
  
We are partnering with a large, diversified organisation operating across multiple business lines, currently seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accountant (Leases/Fixed Assets) to support a critical period across year-end and audit. This is a hands-on role with real ownership across asset accounting, lease accounting, and financial control, within a fast-paced and evolving environment.
  
The Role
Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will play a key role in delivering accurate and timely financial results, with a strong focus on assets, leases, and project accounting.
Key responsibilities include:
  • Lead and support month-end and year-end close
  • Ownership of fixed assets, capitalisation, disposals, and depreciation
  • Manage lease accounting (AASB 16 / IFRS 16) including ongoing adjustments
  • Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances
  • Support audit deliverables (internal & external)
  • Partner with operational stakeholders to resolve accounting issues
  • Provide oversight and guidance to junior team members
  • Drive process improvements and efficiencies
  
About You
You are a technically strong accountant who thrives in a fast-moving environment and is comfortable stepping up when needed.
Key requirements:
  • CA/CPA qualified (or equivalent experience)
  • ~5–7 years’ experience in financial accounting with strong experience in:
    • Asset accounting
    • Lease accounting (AASB 16 / IFRS 16)
  • Experience in multi-entity / complex organisations
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and meet tight deadlines
  • Experience in asset-heavy or infrastructure environments
  • Exposure to project accounting
  
How to Apply:
To apply, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Samantha Tan at stan@sharpandcarter.com.au