Financial Accountant

Join to apply for the Financial Accountant role at DLL . This position will start on a contract basis. Your Function As a Financial Accountant, you will support the Financial Controller in carrying out financial accounting responsibilities for the Australian and New Zealand group and joint‑venture companies. You will have experience in financial year‑end processes, and in documenting and assessing control procedures. Day To Day Responsibilities Perform internal controls and risk framework testing; proactively address and remediate identified risks, update documentation for any control procedure changes, and close process gaps through proper documentation and correction. Execute month‑end reporting control (MEC) procedures. Coordinate and liaise with external auditors, reviewing reconciliations and work papers prior to submission; prepare and compile supporting documentation and work papers for year‑end audit requirements. Take a lead role in preparing and consolidating annual financial statements. Participate in finance initiatives aimed at enhancing reporting, streamlining processes, and supporting various improvement projects. Review and ensure accurate submission of reports and survey forms to APRA, ABS, and Stats NZ. Provide ad‑hoc support to the Financial Controller and CFO as required. Your Profile Proven experience in designing, implementing, and documenting internal controls and procedures. Strong audit background; professional qualification preferred (ideally CA). Skilled in building and maintaining effective relationships with internal stakeholders, including teams across multiple time zones. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with working knowledge of Power BI. Experience with Microsoft Great Plains General Ledger and Hyperion Financial Management, or similar general ledger and reporting systems, highly regarded. Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving abilities. Proactive approach with a strong commitment to meeting deadlines. Demonstrated business acumen and analytical capability. Adaptable and able to manage competing priorities effectively. Extras Experience with reporting to a global organisation and understanding of global reporting demands. Experience in banking/finance, preferably with a leasing company. Settling In At DLL, we are many things. We are team members, family members, community members, and members of different cultures and nationalities. We each share a common goal: Partnering for a better world. Two working days per year volunteering for a local charity. Health and Wellness program including healthy food, free health checks, and fun health & vitality activities. Career development opportunities: online learning and member development programmes. Choose Wellbeing DLL’s wellbeing ambition is to educate, equip, and empower members to build connections, manage their mental, emotional, physical, and financial wellness, and maintain balance between work and other priorities. Connection – Build meaningful connections with other members. Health – Manage mental, emotional, and physical health. Finance – Provide learning opportunities to help members achieve personal financial health. Lifestyle – Maintain balance between work and life priorities. Good To Know The position will close as soon as we find a suitable candidate. The selection process may involve an assessment. DLL’s referral programme applies. For more information, contact Indie Bayliss, Talent Acquisition Partner, at Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Accounting/Auditing and Finance Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at DLL by 2x. Get notified about new Financial Accountant jobs in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia . #J-18808-Ljbffr