job description

Senior Accountant

Listed: 02/01/2025
  • Location: Bayside & South Eastern Suburbs
  • Job Type: Permanent / Full Time
  • Reference No. #140499

Highlights Include:

  • Education Sector
  • Hands On Position
  • Work Close To Home

Job Description:

Our client is a highly regarded, thriving independent school across two Melbourne campuses.  It’s unique teaching method is founded on the idea that children learn best when they are free to explore and learn at their own pace, in an environment that is specifically prepared and designed to support their development.

Reporting directly to the Business Manager key responsibilities include:
* Create and present financial documents, including budgets, forecasts, and performance evaluations. Conduct variance analysis and provide insights for decision-making. 
* Compliance requirements including BAS/IAS/FBT/Super/Workcover end of year specific requirements 
* Actively identify the improvements in current process and procedures to improve efficiency and the value of the finance function to the organization
* Management and processing of end-to-end Accounts Receivable 
* Oversee Accounts Payable 
* Month end journals and preparation of general ledger reconciliations
* Preparation and processing of the end-to-end fortnightly payroll, including admin, STP and management of payroll related queries working with the HR Manager 
* Assist in the preparation of policies and other College management documents 
* Ad Hoc Projects in consultation with the Business Manager. 
 
As a mature and confident professional possessing strong personal motivation, you will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills and possess integrity and expertise which inspires the confidence and respect of others.  A strategic approach to the role combined with practical delivery and the ability to manage a variety of complex tasks concurrently is required. 
 
For a confidential discussion or further information on this opportunity please contact Benjamin Jotkowitz on 0419 008 500. Alternatively send your resume directly to benjamin@benneaux.com.au

"Benneaux completely understands the broad range of complexities within our business and strives to source candidates to meet our brief, no matter how challenging things become. They are a great external partner for us. Thanks again Benneaux it is a pleasure to work with a such a professional company."

Hillary - Human Resources Manager

"Benneaux completely understands the broad range of complexities within our business and strives to source candidates to meet our brief, no matter how challenging things become. They are a great external partner for us. Thanks again Benneaux it is a pleasure to work with a such a professional company."

Hillary - Human Resources Manager