Senior Financial Accountant

About the role

Southern Cross Care WA is looking for an experienced and qualified Senior Financial Accountant to join its Finance team at the Central Office in Rivervale. The position is permanent and full-time, Monday to Friday, with the option to work from home two days per week. You will lead financial reporting and compliance across the organisation and its related entities, working with internal stakeholders and external auditors.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of annual financial statements and statutory reporting for Southern Cross Care WA and related entities.
• Coordinate and manage interim and annual external audits, providing audit data and supporting documentation.
• Support month-end and year-end processes, including balance sheet reconciliations, journal reviews and financial controls.
• Ensure compliance with taxation obligations such as GST, BAS and FBT.
• Manage treasury, banking and investment activities, including loan and term deposit registers.
• Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and oversee general ledger integrity.
• Assist with funding, grant reporting and other financial obligations.
• Drive continuous improvement of financial processes, controls, systems and reporting.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting and a CA or CPA qualification (or equivalent).
• 3 to 5 years' experience in a Senior Financial Accountant or similar role.
• Strong experience preparing general purpose financial statements and demonstrated expertise in financial accounting, compliance and reporting.
• Treasury management experience.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and financial modelling capabilities, and strong written and verbal communication skills.

What we offer

• Salary packaging of up to $15,900 for general living expenses and $2,650 for entertainment benefits.
• Corporate health insurance discount and free employee assistance program.
• Paid parental leave, annual leave of 4 weeks for full-time employees and carer's leave.
• Professional development opportunities and service awards for long-serving employees.
• Flexible working environment.

To apply, submit an up-to-date resume; a cover letter is preferred. Interview candidates will be asked for a police clearance, flu immunisation record, a pre-employment health questionnaire and proof of work rights.