Skip to Main Content

Job Title


Senior Financial Accountant


Company : Quinn Allan


Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2025-05-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

4 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.This range is provided by Quinn Allan. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay rangeA$100,000.00/yr - A$130,000.00/yrDirect message the job poster from Quinn AllanManager - Accounting & Finance at Quinn AllanOpportunity for an Audit trained individual to join the internal finance team of one of Melbourne''s most prestigious educational institutions.Opportunity for first time mover to work with a high calibre team.Exposure to financial accounting, FP&A and compliance work.Supportive workplace with training provided.About the CompanyOne of Melbournes most prestigious and highly respected educational institutions, renowned for its long-standing commitment to academic excellence, our client prides itself on the calibre of its people. This institution provides education from Kindergarten through to Year 12 VCE and thrives on fostering students'' academic growth as well as their broader holistic development.About the JobAn opportunity has arisen for a high-calibre individual to join the Finance Team. Reporting to the Finance Manager and indirectly to the Director of Finance, this role will play a central part in supporting the financial operations of the business. Within a broader team of 10 finance professionals, this person will work alongside the Finance Manager to ensure high-quality financial reporting and liaise with stakeholders to ensure the accuracy of accounts.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform month-end processes such as accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations.Review invoicing processes to ensure accuracy.Prepare year-end accounts, ensuring reporting timeframes are adhered to.Prepare BAS on a monthly basis.Maintain the Fixed Asset Register, reconciling all WIP on external projects.Assist with Board, Finance, and Audit Committee reporting as required.Analyse month-end results with the assistance of the Finance Manager.Monitor budgets against actual performance, providing insights to key stakeholders.Assist with cash flow reporting and forecasting.Liaise with external auditors.Prepare monthly accounts for the investment arm of the organisation.Undertake ad hoc duties as required.About YouTo succeed in this role, you will be an analytical and technically strong individual with a high level of professionalism. The ideal candidate will have an audit background and experience in professional services. Experience auditing in the education sector is advantageous but not essential.Big 4 / Top 10 audit trained.A high level of interpersonal and communication skills.Proven experience working in a structured team within a professional environment.Flexibility to handle ad hoc requests is essential.Must be a proven team player.Next StepsPlease click Apply to submit your resume online or contact Dale Amond on 0448 681 013 or damond@quinnallan.com.au to arrange a confidential discussion.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionFinanceIndustriesPrimary and Secondary EducationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Quinn Allan by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Financial Accountant roles.Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMoorabbin, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoChadstone, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 weeks agoHawthorn, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoGreensborough, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoPort Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$75,000.00-A$85,000.00 1 week agoOakleigh South, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$105,000.00-A$112,000.00 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoSouth Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr