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Senior Accountant (Part-Time)


Company : Substance


Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2025-11-29


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

OverviewPart-Time Senior Accountant (23 days/week) to oversee core financial operations and manage compliance, reporting, and risk. Youll lead our part-time Bookkeeper and work closely with a Fractional CFO, who will own strategic finance and FP&A. This is a hands-on role ideal for a self-sufficient accountant comfortable with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. FMCG or wholesale experience is a bonus, but not essential.Key ResponsibilitiesCompliance & Risk Management - Ensure compliance with ATO and statutory requirements (GST, BAS, STP, super, payroll tax); support external tax and audit advisors.Month-End Close - Prepare journals, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments. Review and sign off Bookkeepers work.Payments & Cash Flow - Review and load EFT payments, reconcile payment journals, maintain weekly cash flow visibility.AP/AR & Claims Oversight - Support Bookkeeper with complex rebate claims, trade spend adjustments, and non-standard AP/AR issues.Systems Support (Dynamics) - Be the first line of support for Dynamics 365 Business Central finance-related troubleshooting; liaise with IT partners and Fractional CFO to resolve issues.Qualifications, Skills & ExperienceCA or CPA qualified with 5+ years experience in SME or mid-size businessesComfortable managing a Bookkeeper and working with external advisorsProficient with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (Fenwick preferred)FMCG or wholesale experience a bonus (not essential)Practical, resourceful, and proactive you get things done and solve problems quicklyA commitment to upholding and reflecting the companys values in all professional interactionSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typePart-timeJob functionAccounting/Auditing and FinanceIndustriesWellness and Fitness ServicesMelbourne, Victoria, Australia #J-18808-Ljbffr