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My client is a well‑established organisation operating across the building and construction sector, known for delivering high‑quality solutions and maintaining strong relationships with customers, suppliers and industry partners. With continued growth and a commitment to operational excellence, they are seeking a capable Senior Financial Accountant to support their finance function. This is a key role responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, and maintaining strong financial governance. The Finance Manager will work closely with senior leaders, the CFO and operational teams, providing clarity, guidance and support across all financial activities. About the role: Oversee daily finance activities including AP/AR, payroll oversight, cashflow management and month-end processes. Work closely with operational, sales and senior management teams to provide clarity, guidance and financial support. Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, enhance reporting capability and improve financial accuracy. Contribute to annual budgets, rolling forecasts and long‑term financial planning. Provide coaching, structure and support to ensure high performance, accuracy and professional growth. Help teams understand financial impacts, job costing, margins and operational decisions. About you: You are a strong Finance professional with 7-10 years experience in Financial Accountant or as a Finance Manager. Ideally you will be from the manufacturing and/or building/construction industry (but not essential) Solid understanding of IFRS accounting standards . Experience with Microsoft D365 Business Central highly regarded. You are a hands-on, lead-from-the-front manager who is comfortable managing individuals and lifting performance across the wider team You have high emotional intelligence and a collaborative leadership style, with the ability to read team dynamics and manage resistance to change. To apply: Contact Tess at Northbridge Executive – 021 158 2496 or apply now with your CV and I will contact you. All applications will be treated with confidence.
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.
When you interview for an accountant role, expect this question: "Walk me through how you'd handle a transaction that doesn't reconcile." Hiring managers ask it because they want to see your troubleshooting method, not just whether you found the error. Practice explaining your logic step-by-step — what you check first, how you document it, and how you escalate if needed. That matters more than the final answer.
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