About this role
Within Western Australia, Sodexo is responsible for the operations, maintenance, and refurbishment of non-process infrastructure to clients within the mining and oil & gas sector. Sodexo plays a critical role in ensuring the resource sector can operate by providing quality catering, hospitality, and facilities maintenance services.
We are currently seeking a Financial Accountant to join our team in our Melbourne office located in Exhibition Street, Melbourne on a 12 month fixed term contract, with the possibility to extend. The objective of the Financial Accountant will be to prepare monthly accounting reports and financial statements that are used by management to judge the performance of the company. They assist in the preparation of monthly account reconciliations and other day-to-day functions.
This is a hybrid position working 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home.
Job Scope
Performing the Accounting Function for all non-Site related P&L transactionsMonitoring and reconciling Balance Sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and validityManaging all intercompany transactionsSupporting Financial Accounting Manager on Tax matters and complianceStep into back-up role of Financial Accounting Manager when requiredSupport and review offshore team tasks to ensure service deliver is within expected KPI’sLead and propose process improvements at all possible opportunitiesResponsibilities
Assist with the preparation of the annual financial information to be provided to the external auditorsAssist with interim and year-end auditsAccurate preparation and reporting high volume of transactions, meeting a strict, challenging deadlinesWorking closely with various stakeholders to ensure all balances in Balance Sheets accounts are accurate and valid through the management of the General Ledger ReconciliationsAssist in preparation of all tax matters and complianceo Perform yearly FBT preparation and collection of required informationo Perform monthly BAS preparation and control checkso Support income tax return preparationo Prepare bi-monthly NZ GST lodgments and control checkso Prepare various other tax compliance lodgments required by the ATO (eg. TPAR lodgments)Intercompany transactionso Manage AR/AP transactions relating to Intercompanyo Send monthly statement to Interco counterparts and arrange for cash settlements with Treasuryo Intercompany reconciliationo Month-end FX adjustmentso HFM company balances reporting and variances resolutionSupport function cost activities and month end preparationo Perform month-end transactions and reportingo Perform adjustments and accruals to ensure correct and accurate levels of costsLeased vehicleso Update and maintenance of lease accounting softwareo Reconciliation of accounting entries relating to lease accounting in accordance with IFRS16Payroll management and accountingo Manage the posting of payroll journals (monthly and fortnightly)o Preparation and reconciliation of Worker’s Compensation paymentsSupporting Financial Accounting Manager in managing offshore resources, projects and other initiativesAssist in preparing tax provisions and compliance reportingWhat we are looking for:
At least 5 years relevant accounting experienceBachelor’s degree in accountingWorking towards CA/CPA qualified is desirableInternational Financial Reporting Standards experience (IFRS) (Intermediate)Income Tax Legislation experience (Intermediate)Microsoft Dynamics experience (Intermediate)Microsoft Office Suite experience (Intermediate)This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-performing team within a global organization that is a leader in the operations, maintenance, and refurbishment of non-process infrastructure. If you’re looking for a supportive, inclusive work environment that encourages growth and personal development, we encourage you to apply. Click "Apply" and submit your resume to join our dynamic team.