Accountant - Japanese Language skill has advantage

Accountant- Japanese Language skill has advantage

• Sydney CBD

• Hybrid Working environment

• 9:00-17:00 Full time Perm

Company

This is the Australian subsidiary of a major cooperative financial institution.
The office facilitates cross-border transactions between Australia, Japan, and other global markets.

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join our growing finance team.

The role is responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of financial and management reporting by ensuring compliance with accounting standards and tax obligations.

Key Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day accounting, month end close and balance sheet reconciliation

Prepare and review financial reports in compliance with IFRS and management reports

Prepare and review statutory reports for APRA

Prepare and review regular reports for the parent bank

Perform as a key contact for external auditors and resolve any queries

Prepare tax returns/reports such as PAYG, BAS, FBT return, corporate income tax return consulting with tax advisor

Ensure compliance with Transfer Pricing, BEPS and other tax-related requirements

Support cash flow management collaborating with operations team

Support expense budget preparation and variance analysis

Handle ad hoc finance and taxation tasks as required

Coach and mentor junior finance team member

Qualifications:

3+ years-experience in a similar role, in financial industry preferred

Relevant degree in finance/accounting

Communication skills in Japanese preferred but not essential

Strong attention to detail and judgement skills

Competency with MS Office suite with strong Excel skills

Proficiency with Xero preferred

Ability to analyse data and solve problem

Ability to work in a team environment

Inquiries career@ssb.hoban.com.au 02 9978 1750

At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at adjustments@hoban.com.au or visit hoban.com.au/adjustments for additional contact details.