Job Scope and Responsibility:
The Financial Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing payroll, preparing statutory reports, and management reports at a practice and group level. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting knowledge, Australian commercial experience, and proficiency in NetSuite.
- Complete the day-to-day reconciliation of financial accounts, manage the accounts payable processes and collection of funds from dental service providers.
- Complete month end processes and prepare monthly management accounts and graphical reports for each dental practice and at a Group level for Board reporting.
- Assist with budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Assist with preparation and lodgement of BAS, PAYG, and payroll tax.
- Ensure compliance with Australian standards, tax legislation and ASIC requirements. Work closely with external accountants and advisors.
- Contribute to process improvement and systems integration projects.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Commerce, or related discipline.
- CPA/CA qualified (or working towards).
- Minimum 3 years accounting experience in Australia.
- At least 2 years hands-on experience with NetSuite (essential).
- Solid understanding of AASB and Australian tax compliance.
- Advanced Excel skills and high attention to detail.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
