Job Details

Senior Financial Accountant

Category:

Accounting

Employment Type:

Full Time

Industry:

Accountant - Financial

Contact Name:

Peter Sos

Contact Email:

Peter.Sos@perigongroup.com.au

Contact Phone:

0402701701

Date Published:

17-Mar-2026

Job Description:

  • Own month-end, year-end and statutory reporting
  • Act as a reliable 2IC to the Finance Manager
  • Maintain controls, accuracy and reporting continuity
  • We’re partnering with a well-established health care provider to for a Senior Accountant on an initial 6-month contract.

    This role has been created to provide stability and continuity while finance personnel seconded to a major transformation project. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you’ll play a key role in maintaining the integrity of the financial reporting function during this period.

    This is not a transformation role — it’s about being a dependable, hands-on operator who can step in, take ownership, and keep things running smoothly.

    Key responsibilities:
    • Ownership of month-end and year-end processes
    • Preparation of statutory accounts and financial reporting
    • Maintaining controls, accuracy, and compliance across the function
    • Supporting the Finance Manager as a trusted 2IC
    • Identifying and implementing practical process improvements where required
    • Managing deadlines and stakeholder expectations in a structured environment
    What we’re looking for:
    • Proven experience as a Senior Accountant in a hands-on reporting role
    • Strong technical accounting and statutory reporting capability
    • Ability to operate autonomously with minimal supervision
    • Experience supporting senior stakeholders (Finance Manager / CFO level)
    • A structured, reliable approach with strong attention to detail
    • Clear communication style and ability to step into an established team
    This role will suit someone who:
    • Enjoys owning the “engine room” of finance
    • Takes pride in delivering accurate, timely reporting
    • Is comfortable working independently without the need for team leadership
    • Has previously stepped into roles to provide continuity during periods of change
    Prior experience in healthcare, aged care, or the NFP sector will be viewed favourably.
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