Accountant

　　Full or part time with flexible work hours. Working at Big Fat Smile, there's a lot to smile about. The trust you'll be given in exchange for your expertise. The freedom you'll be given to make a difference and enrich the lives and minds of our children and families in their communities.

　　You will be responsible for assisting the Finance Manager in partnering with all business units to manage grant acquittals, deferred revenue, P&L reporting, forecasting and Balance Sheet Reconciliations. You are an effective communicator with interpersonal skills to influence colleagues, peers and external stakeholders.

　　Big Fat Smile is a not-for-profit that plays a pivotal role in the lives of thousands of children and families across Australia. We are early education enthusiasts, with 40+ community preschools, long day care centres and fun clubs, and a variety of community and inclusion programs. Each one dedicated to giving every child the best start in life. And each well-respected for the work it does.

　　What you will do

　　Partnering with Service Directors and Business Unit Managers to produce inciteful monthly Profit and Loss reporting including year-to-day commentary and forecasting year-end-position supported by relevant commentary to highlight financial risks

　　Lead and train staff in processes for accounting, purchasing, inventory/asset management and the management of budgets

　　Assist the Finance Manager with preparing company and cost centre budgets informed by analysis, benchmarking and forecasting

　　Assist the Finance Manger to ensure accounting policies and procedures are accurate and up to date

　　Timely and accurately assigned monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations with informative comments

　　Assist in the development of financial models, scenario plans and business cases as required

　　What you need to succeed

　　Experience in a similar role, ideally 5+ years

　　Relevant degree in finance/accounting with a CA/CPA qualification

　　Technical knowledge and skill in preparation & lodgement of FBT and BAS

　　Proven success in partnering with stakeholders, providing sound financial advice to inform decision making, leading to positive financial outcomes

　　Analytical skills to interpret and present accurate financial data suitable for the intended audience

　　Contributions to process improvement and system enhancement initiatives will be evident in your work history

　　Desirable

　　Understanding and application of various risk assessment methodologies and tools

　　Demonstrated experience in risk management.

　　How to apply

　　Please send us:

　　A copy of your resume.

　　A brief cover letter that outlines why you are a good fit for the role.

　　Safeguarding children is embedded in all we do. Through our Child Safe Framework and Values, we are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children entrusted to our care.