Accountant

About the Role

Coronation Property is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to join our Finance team in Sydney.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing financial accounting and reporting activities across the business and its property development projects, ensuring accurate financial records, compliance with Australian Accounting Standards and effective financial management.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Accountant will work closely with the Finance and Development teams to support the financial operations and reporting requirements of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets and annual financial reports.
• Examine and analyse financial records, operating costs, income and expenditure to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Prepare and maintain accounting records, general ledger entries and financial reporting documentation.
• Prepare bank, balance sheet, loan and intercompany reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare Business Activity Statements (BAS) and assist with GST, taxation and other statutory reporting obligations.
• Maintain and review internal accounting controls to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and analyse financial performance to support management decision-making.
• Analyse business expenditure, financial transactions and project costs to identify variances and reporting requirements.
• Assist with the preparation of cash-flow reports, budgets and financial forecasts.
• Prepare year-end financial reports and supporting documentation for external audits and statutory compliance.
• Review financial information and provide accounting advice and reporting support to the Financial Controller and management.
• Liaise with external auditors, accountants, financial institutions and internal stakeholders regarding financial reporting and compliance matters.

Qualifications and Experience

• To be successful in this position, applicants should demonstrate:
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or a closely related discipline.
• A minimum of one year of relevant professional accounting experience.
• CA or CPA qualification, or currently working towards professional accreditation.
• Experience in financial reporting, reconciliations and statutory compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software such as MYOB, Microsoft Business Central or equivalent systems.
• Sound knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and GST requirements.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

About You

• You are a motivated accounting professional with strong financial reporting skills, attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• You have the ability to maintain accurate accounting records, analyse financial information and support the financial reporting and compliance requirements of the business.
• You can work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative finance team.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit their current resume and a cover letter outlining their relevant qualifications and professional accounting experience.

Applications should demonstrate how the candidate meets the key requirements of the position.

Location: Sydney, NSW

Employment type: Full-time

Salary: $115,000 + Superannuation