Financial Accountant

Contract Type

Fixed Term Contract

Location

VIC

Industry

Accounting & Finance

Contact Name

Matthew Gavin

Contact Email

mgavin@quinnallan.com.au

Contact Phone

0456231439

Date Published

09-Nov-2026

Financial Accountant | Professional Services
Location: Melbourne CBD
Employment Type: 6 month contract
 
Start Date: Immediate
The Opportunity
A well-established professional services firm is seeking a Financial Accountant to join its Melbourne-based finance team.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional looking to further develop their technical accounting skills within a collaborative and supportive finance function.

Working closely with the Financial Accounting Manager, you will play an important role in the day-to-day financial operations of the business, supporting month-end reporting, reconciliations, statutory compliance and financial reporting processes.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with the preparation of monthly financial reports and management accounts.
  • Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
  • Prepare and process journals, including payroll, accruals and prepayments.
  • Assist with month-end and year-end reporting processes.
  • Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
  • Monitor daily cash flow and assist with bank reconciliations.
  • Assist with statutory reporting and compliance, including GST, FBT and payroll tax.
  • Support the preparation of annual financial statements and external audit requirements.
  • Review expense allocations and identify opportunities to improve financial processes.
  • Provide support across various finance projects and ad hoc reporting requirements.
 
About You
  • Degree qualified in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
  • CA or CPA qualified, or currently working towards qualification.
  • Approximately 4-5 years' experience in a Financial Accounting or similar role.
  • Strong understanding of month-end processes, journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Exposure to financial reporting and statutory compliance.
  • Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines.
  • A proactive team player with strong communication skills and a willingness to learn.
 
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established professional services environment where you will gain exposure across a broad range of financial accounting responsibilities, develop your technical capabilities and work alongside an experienced finance leadership team.
 
Please apply directly here or email mgavin@quinnallan.com.au. or alternatively call (0) 456-231-439


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