Company :
Hastings Deering (Australia) LtdWe’re seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to lead the consolidated financial reporting for Sime Industrial Australasia and ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial outcomes. In this pivotal role, you will manage group reporting cycles, drive technical accounting assessments, oversee external audit processes, and maintain high standards of financial governance.
You will also provide financial reporting and compliance support for the Terra CAT NZ dealership, ensuring strong operational alignment and best‑practice financial management across the region.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated group financial reporting in accordance with IFRS and internal policies.
- Coordinate period‑end close processes and manage external audits, ensuring high-quality outcomes and unqualified audit opinions.
- Prepare statutory financial statements and support technical accounting reviews for commercial and corporate transactions.
- Oversee reporting, compliance, cashflows, budgets, and analysis for Terra CAT NZ dealership subsidiaries.
- Maintain strong balance sheet reconciliations and contribute to a disciplined “no surprises” financial culture.
- Support finance systems (AX) users and contribute to finance transformation and process automation initiatives.
- Prepare budgets, forecasts, group reporting submissions, and regulatory reporting (e.g., ABS surveys).
What you’ll need:
A successful teammate will have experience in:
- Tertiary qualifications in Business, Accounting, or Commerce
- CA or CPA qualification
- Minimum 4 years’ accounting experience within a large corporate finance environment or Big 4
- Strong knowledge of consolidation processes and accounting policies
- Solid understanding of accounting standards and compliance requirements
- Hands‑on experience preparing Statutory Financial Statements
- Demonstrated ability to provide informed advice on accounting and management queries
- Strong technical and numerical capability, including advanced Microsoft Office skills
Who are we and why work with us?
Sime is a partner of choice for some of the world’s best brands in the Industrial and Motors sectors. With operations in 17 countries and territories and a strong footprint in Asia Pacific, we continue to grow, delivering sustainable value to our stakeholders through operational excellence, high-performance standards and good corporate governance.
When you join our team at Sime, you’ll benefit from:
- Competitive Salary & Security – A rewarding salary package with yearly reviews, along with a range of benefits designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security.
- Training & Career Development – Opportunities for training, mentorship, and career development specific to your role.
- Flexibility & Work-Life Balance – We prioritise your well-being with flexible working hours and the option for remote work, ensuring you can maintain a healthy balance between your personal and professional life.
- Health & Wellbeing Support – Dedicated programs and utilities to support your physical, mental, and financial health, including our Employee Assistance Program, Fitness Passport, free health checks, and discounted private health insurance.
- Parental Leave – Paid parental leave options with 16 weeks for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers.
- Insurance Benefits – Salary continuance insurance.
Interested? Here’s What’s Next:
📌 Apply Now – click the button below.
📞 Enquiries: 1300 071 618
👤 Contact: Brianna Smith – [email protected]
Hastings Deering / Sime follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your Talent Acquisition Partner will support you through the process.
