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Your new company You'll be working in the CBD, close to buses and trains, and with cafés on your doorstep. You'll be joining a well-established Education sector business, with a for-purpose outlook. The finance team don't recruit very often, and staff retention is excellent. Your new role You will have responsibility for end-to-end accounting for one of the operating units, and you will have a deep involvement with the wider Finance team. Your main duties will cover the following accounting tasks: - Supervising contractual invoicing - Oversight and input into the trial balance - Monthly, quarterly, and annual management and financial reporting - Variance analysis and forecasting - Liaising with internal and external stakeholders - Assisting business units with budget preparation - Working with business managers to deliver operational reporting - Regular reforecasting - Routine month end activities What you'll need to succeed You'll need to be CPA, CA, or CIMA qualified with 5+ years' experience in a finance role. Other requirements include: - Demonstrated interpersonal skills - Strong verbal and written communication skills - Natural curiosity to investigate variances and understand root causes - Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines - Ability to work independently as well as part of a team - Must be a Permanent Resident or Citizen - Must be able to pass a Police Check What you'll get in return Your new team are friendly, welcoming and supportive, with a mixture of backgrounds, experience and personalities. You'll have the mentorship of an excellent manager who is approachable and down-to-earth. Other benefits of joining this organisation are: - $100-105k + super, NFP packaging - Extra holidays at Christmas - Modern offices in the heart of the CBD - Please note that this role is 5 days in the office, but flexibility in start/finish times can be offered What you need to do now Reference job number 3011189 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email to krista.godfrey@hays.com.au . If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position in the Not for Profit or Public Sector, please contact me for a confidential discussion about your career.
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
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