Senior Accountant

Step into a senior role where your blend of public accounting and private industry experience can drive meaningful change across the organisation. This is a direct hire opportunity for a Senior Accountant who enjoys improving processes, strengthening controls, and providing clear, accurate financial insights to leadership.

As Senior Accountant, you will take ownership of key accounting functions, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting while identifying opportunities to streamline and enhance existing processes. You will work closely with management to support decision-making through robust analysis and well-structured financial information. Your impact will be seen in improved efficiencies, stronger compliance, and a more scalable finance function.

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and review of financial statements
• Prepare and analyse financial reports, providing clear commentary and variance analysis to management
• Maintain and improve general ledger integrity, ensuring accurate classification and adherence to accounting standards
• Support and refine internal controls, documenting procedures and recommending enhancements where needed
• Lead and participate in business process improvement initiatives within the accounting and finance function
• Coordinate with external auditors, providing schedules, documentation, and explanations as required
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes by providing historical data, trend analysis, and insights
• Resolve complex accounting issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure proper treatment and reporting

• Proven experience as a Senior Accountant or strong Accountant ready to step into a senior-level role
• Background in both public accounting and private industry, with exposure to a mix of clients or business environments
• Strong technical accounting skills, including proficiency with US GAAP and standard accounting practices
• Demonstrated ability to manage a full close process and produce accurate, timely financial statements
• Track record of identifying and implementing process improvements within accounting or finance
• High level of proficiency with accounting software and Excel for reporting, analysis, and reconciliations
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and present findings clearly
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience with ERP systems and finance process automation tools
• Prior involvement in system implementations, upgrades, or workflow redesign projects
• Exposure to multi-entity or multi-location accounting environments
• Familiarity with cost accounting, project accounting, or revenue recognition in complex settings
• Ability to mentor junior team members and support their development

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field
• CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred but not required
• Continued professional education in accounting, finance, or process improvement methodologies is an advantage

If you are a results-focused Senior Accountant with a business process improvement mindset and a mix of public and private experience, we invite you to apply and help shape a stronger, more efficient finance function.