Accountant

About us

Helliwell Hospitality is one of the Sunshine Coast's largest family-owned and operated hospitality groups. Founded by Clayton Williams and the Williams family, we've spent 40 years building a portfolio of 11+ venues across Queensland — including Stock Exchange Hotel, Duporth Tavern, Commercial Hotel Nambour, 1911, Rooftop Charlotte, 4 Pines Mooloolaba, Hervey Bay Hotel and Pier 33 — supported by a team of over 500 people.

About the role

We're looking for an experienced Accountant to join our finance team and take ownership of financial reporting, analysis and compliance across a fast-growing, multi-venue hospitality group. You'll examine venue and group performance, advise management on accounting policy, business structuring and financial risk, and provide assurance over the accuracy of financial reports across our entities — working closely with venue management, external auditors and group finance leadership. This is a professional accounting and advisory role, distinct from bookkeeping or accounts-processing functions.

Key duties

Prepare financial statements and management reports for venue management, group leadership and governing bodies, and advise on budgetary and accounting policy across group entities

Conduct financial investigations and analysis of venue and group trading performance, examining operating costs, income and expenditure, and oversee month-end and year-end reporting processes

Maintain and strengthen internal control systems across venues, and provide assurance over the accuracy and statutory compliance of financial reports and cash flow position

Prepare and lodge BAS, IAS and other statutory/compliance obligations

Lead budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis for individual venues and the group, and appraise cash flow and financial risk for venue acquisitions and capital investment projects

Liaise with external auditors, tax agents and financial institutions, and provide financial and taxation advice on business structures, venue operations and financing arrangements

Advise on the selection, implementation and ongoing use of accounting information systems across venues, and support the CFO/Finance Manager with ad hoc financial analysis

Ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards and relevant taxation legislation

Skills & experience required

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or a related discipline

1 year's relevant accounting experience, ideally in hospitality, retail or multi-site operations

CPA / CA (or working towards) preferred

Strong working knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards, GST/BAS and payroll tax obligations

Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. Xero, MYOB) and advanced Excel skills

High attention to detail, strong analytical skills and ability to manage competing deadlines

Excellent communication skills and ability to work with non-finance stakeholders across venues

Salary

75,000 – 85,000 plus superannuation

How to apply

Send your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected] or apply via this listing. Helliwell Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates, including Australian citizens and permanent residents.

Work Location: In person