Senior Financial Accountant at ASX

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Accounting, Statutory Reporting, Month End Close, Capex Reporting, Fixed Asset Management, Excel, Audit Coordination, Balance Sheet Reconciliations, Accruals Processing, Accounting Standards, Financial Control, Project Accounting

Industry

Financial Services

Description

ASX: Powering Australia's financial markets Why join the ASX? When you join ASX, you’re joining a company with a strong purpose – to power a stronger economic future by enabling a fair and dynamic marketplace for all. In your new role, you’ll be part of a leading global securities exchange with a strong brand. We are known for being a trusted market operator and an exciting data hub. Want to know why we are a great place to work, click on the link to learn more. www.asx.com.au/about/careers/a-great-place-to-work We are more than a securities exchange! The ASX team brings together talented people from a diverse range of disciplines. We run critical market infrastructure, with 1 in 3 people employed within technology. Yet we have a unique complexity of roles across a range of disciplines such as operations, program delivery, financial products, investor engagement, risk and compliance. We’re proud to foster a workplace where diversity is celebrated and inclusion is part of our everyday culture. Our employee-led networks champion LGBTIQ+ inclusion, promote gender equality, accessibility and wellbeing, inspire giving and volunteering, and celebrate cultural and religious events, creating a sense of belonging for all. As an AWEI Bronze employer and member of the Champions of Change Coalition for gender equality, we’re committed to a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. About the team and role: Opportunity to become a key member of ASX’s Finance team. This role will be part of the financial control team working on month end close, statutory reporting, capex reporting and rebate accruals. Working within the Finance team you will be exposed to the many and varied functions of the CFO office. The Financial Control team consists of Financial Control, Finance Operations, Tax, Finance Systems and National Facilities. This role is within the Financial Control, focusing on month end close and reporting activities. What you will be doing: How we do things at ASX is just as important as what we do. This means, if you're a people leader, you will be responsible for both the core duties outlined below, and providing leadership to your team to ensure we foster a collaborative, inclusive team environment, where people feel empowered, accountable, and deeply connected (as outlined in our Leadership Principles). Half year and Year end statutory reporting for Group accounts Half year and Year end Audit Committee and Board paper preparation Capital expenditure and Project accounting and forecast monitoring Management of fixed asset register Month end tasks as assigned from time to time (including but not limited to balance sheet reconciliations, accruals processing) Preparation of file notes on accounting standards or accounting positions Assist in preparation of Board papers Calculation and payment of ASX rebates Other special projects and other duties as assigned What you will bring: Must have Minimum of 5 years' experience in a finance or tax role Strong Excel skills Ability to pick up tasks quickly Exposure to a strong, robust, documented and process-driven approach month-end, statutory reporting and preparation of file notes Experience in working with auditors for statutory reporting Being part of a high-performance team and assisted to create a culture of diversity and inclusion Team player Self-motivated Planning skills and meeting deadlines Nice to have Minimum of 3 years' experience in a financial accounting and reporting Understanding of Accounting Standards Formal accounting qualifications - CA/CPA Qualified We make hiring decisions based on your skills, capabilities and experience, and how you’ll help us to live our values. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all the criteria of this role. If you need any adjustments during the application or interview process to help you present your best self, please let us know at careers@asx.com.au. At ASX Group, our diverse workforce is essential to build and maintain a fair and dynamic marketplace. We support flexible working and offer hybrid working options. Even if our roles are advertised as full-time, we encourage you to apply if you are interested in part-time or other flexible working arrangements. We will arrange for successful candidates to have background checks, including reference and police checks, completed as part of the on-boarding process. To be considered for this position, candidates must be legally authorised to work in Australia on a permanent basis without any restrictions. ASX is an integrated exchange offering listings, trading, clearing, settlement, technical and information services, technology, data and other post-trade services. It acts as a market operator, clearing house and payments system facilitator. It oversees compliance with its operating rules, promotes standards of corporate governance among Australia’s listed companies and helps to educate retail investors. ASX operates markets for a wide range of asset classes including equities, fixed income, commodities and energy. As an integrated exchange, ASX’s activities span primary and secondary market services, including the raising, allocation and hedging of capital flows; trading and price discovery; central counterparty risk transfer; and securities settlement for both the equities and fixed income markets. When you join ASX, you’ll be joining a dynamic global leader with a record of innovation and a reputation for integrity, transparency and professionalism. You’ll also enjoy an impressive range of employee benefits and a flexible working environment underpinned by a friendly and collaborative culture.

Responsibilities

The role focuses on financial control activities including month-end close, statutory reporting, and capital expenditure monitoring. Key duties involve preparing Board papers, managing the fixed asset register, and calculating ASX rebates.