Job Description
As a Management Accountant for this Australian firm, you will serve as a strategic financial partner rather than a traditional bookkeeper. You will manage a complex multi-entity structure involving 8 Xero files across two core business entities. Your objective is to drive profitability through detailed project analysis, system optimization, and high-level internal reporting.
Job Title
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Management Accountant
Work Schedule
- Day Shift
Job Qualifications/Requirements
- Xero Mastery: Extensive, hands-on experience managing multiple files in Xero is mandatory.
- Australian Tax Expertise: Proven track record in AU-specific tax compliance (GST, BAS, Super).
- Academic Background: Degree in Management Accounting or Accountancy; a CPA license is highly regarded.
- Analytical Skills: Ability to transform raw data into actionable business insights for the owner.
Job Responsibilities
- Strategic Analysis & Management Accounting:
• Conduct daily bank reconciliations for all 8 business files to ensure data integrity.
• Analyze costs and revenues to provide deep insights into business performance.
• Generate monthly management accounts, including detailed project cost vs. income analysis.
• Develop and track budgets and forecasts to aid in long-term business planning. - Australian Compliance & Tax Management:
• Prepare and lodge Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Instalment Activity Statements (IAS).
• Manage Taxable Payments Annual Reports (TPAR) via the Xero portal.
• Ensure full compliance with Australian standards for GST, PAYG, FBT, and Superannuation.
• Collaborate with external tax accountants for end-of-financial-year (EOFY) close-out. - Systems & Process Optimization:
• Lead the implementation and ongoing management of the ApprovalMax system.
• Continuously upgrade accounting workflows within Xero to improve operational efficiency.
• Identify and report financial discrepancies to maintain total system integrity. - Financial Operations & Payroll:
• Accounts Payable: Execute supplier setups, invoice approvals, and ABA file generation for payment runs.
• Accounts Receivable: Oversee customer accounts, invoicing, and collections for overdue payments.
• Payroll: Manage weekly payroll cycles for the team, including all statutory superannuation contributions.
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