Senior Financial Accountant | Merivale

At Merivale, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do – from iconic venues to unforgettable customer experiences. We're looking for a Senior Financial Accountant in the Financial Control & Reporting team to play a critical role driving key Financial Reporting & Control processes. The role is responsible for supporting a team of Financial Accountants and Assistant Accountants accurately processing daily accounting information, month-end close processes, general ledger management, preparation of annual financial reports and responding to annual audit requests.

The Role

• Assist team of Financial Accountants and Assistant Accountants with technical accounting matters and day-to-day queries
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, Australian Accounting Standards (AASB) across all relevant areas
• Drive completion of balance sheet reconciliation monthly cycle
• Support month-end processes, including reconciliations, accruals, journal entries and preparation of monthly financial reports
• Strong focus on the completeness and accuracy of monthly financial and performance results for timely delivery in line with agreed reporting timelines
• Support the Finance Manager in the budgeting and forecasting process for the HQ Department cost centres, ensuring that the models and reporting reflect the agreed assumptions
• Preparation of external reporting including (but not limited to) the consolidated group statutory results
• Coordination of responding to audit queries during the external audit process
• Support the wider finance function in delivering gold standard financial information and analysis to the business

Essentials Skills

• Ownership of role, taking accountability of performance results and generating and implementing ideas for improvements in areas of responsibility
• Curious and analytical in approach with demonstrable ability to think critically
• Strong communication and stakeholder influencing skills, excellent interpersonal skills, naturally engages and motivate others
• High level of attention to detail and the ability to understand the finance teams processes and procedures
• Thrives in a team orientated environment and enjoys collaborating with others
• Demonstrated experience in the financial reporting and control environment and understanding of key controls
• Strong technical skills including knowledge of current accounting standards and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
• Experience in preparation of financial statements including consolidation, cashflows and disclosures
• CA/CPA qualified (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5-7 years post undergraduate experience in a reporting role and/or technical role within chartered/commerce
• Advanced level of Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint

Merivale Employee Benefits

• 25% staff discount across 90+ Merivale venues.
• Exclusive monthly perks, staff-only rewards and events.
• Merivale Staff Cellar – access to premium wines at staff pricing.
• Paid parental leave – with flexible return to work options.
• Unlimited career growth with endless development opportunities.
• Merivale Academy – online and in-person training, including Leadership & Performance, First Aid, Food Safety and more.
• Professional accreditation support – including Leadership qualifications.
• Employee Assistance Program – confidential wellbeing and mental health support, provided by Sonder.
• Employee Referral Program – earn rewards for bringing great people on board.