Financial & Tax Accountant | Sydney CBD | $90k -$110k + Super | Join a growing banking organisation.
Your new company
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a motivated Financial & Tax Accountant to join a well-established banking organisation in Sydney. Reporting to the Head of Financial & Accounting, you will play a key role in managing financial operations, taxation compliance and regulatory reporting while contributing to ongoing process improvement initiatives. This position would suit a CA or CPA qualified accountant with experience in banking or financial services who are looking to further develop their expertise across both financial accounting and taxation.
Your new role
- Manage day-to-day financial operations, including payment processing, account reconciliations, journal entries and financial documentation.
- Prepare, review and lodge Australian tax obligations including BAS, FBT, Payroll Tax and Corporate Income Tax returns.
- Maintain tax documentation and assist with ATO reviews, audits and taxation-related requests.
- Monitor changes in taxation legislation and assess potential impacts on business.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, financial reporting and regulatory reporting requirements.
- Support the development and enhancement of internal controls.
- Participate in financial and tax-related projects, process improvement initiatives and stakeholder training.
- Assist with both internal and external audit activities.
What you'll need to succeed
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
- CA or CPA qualification or working towards.
- Minimum 3 years' experience in financial accounting and taxation within banking or financial services.
- Strong understanding of Australian taxation legislation, including GST, BAS, FBT, Payroll Tax and Corporate Income Tax.
- Solid knowledge of financial reporting & accounting principles.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with accounting systems.
- Exposure to Power BI, Tableau or other reporting and analytics tools highly regarded.
- High attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Fluency in both English and Mandarin.
- Must have full working rights in Australia.
What you'll get in return
- Opportunity to work within a reputable international banking environment.
- Broad exposure across financial accounting, taxation and regulatory reporting.
- Supportive leadership and ongoing professional development.
- Collaborative and culturally diverse workplace.
- Sydney CBD location
Financial & Tax Accountant in Sydney employer: NACBA
Join a leading global insurer that values its employees by offering a flexible hybrid working model, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively. With a modern office located in the heart of Sydney CBD, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with executive leadership while benefiting from a culture that promotes growth, collaboration, and innovation. This role not only provides competitive remuneration but also encourages continuous professional development, making it an excellent choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
