Senior Financial Accountant

Company Description

At Shift, we’re business specialists dedicated to helping Australian SMEs take control of their cashflow, streamline trade terms and choose the right financial products.

We believe Australian businesses are the driving force behind our economy and the heart of our community. That’s why our business expertise, relationship focus, and market-leading technology is at the core of everything we do.

Our unique approach and collaborative culture means you can build your career with support. You’ll be joining a diverse team of over 250 people who are always looking to deliver better outcomes for the 25,000+ Australian businesses we’ve served (and counting!)

Job Description

As a Senior Financial Accountant, you'll be part of a forward-thinking team, driving success for local businesses through innovative financial solutions. We're looking for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Financial Accountant to help deliver accurate financial reporting, process improvements, and strategic insights that support the growth of the company.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare and deliver timely, accurate consolidated accounts, overseeing month-end processes with a focus on reconciliations and accounting standards.
• Monitor and analyse revenue and cost centres, offering insights into variances and behaviors.
• Compile management accounts and board packs, providing relevant commentary on performance, trends, and budget comparisons.
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and treasury-related reporting.
• Drive process improvements, including automation of data entry and designing internal controls to enhance efficiency.
• Review the work of others and contribute to the development of the team.
• Assist in the preparation of statutory financial statements and external reporting obligations (AFSL, APRA, BAS, FBT).
• Lead external audits and engage with auditors.
• Participate in ad hoc project tasks as required. 

Qualifications

What You’ll Have:

• Qualified accountant with relevant tertiary qualifications.
• Solid experience in a similar role, ideally within lending services or adjacent financial services.
• Strong understanding of technical accounting standards.
• Experience with ERPs, including Technology One, Calumo, and Tableau (advantageous).
• Advanced Excel skills are essential.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, growing environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to build and maintain cross-functional relationships.
• Capable of offering constructive insights in a collaborative manner.

Additional Information

Key benefits: 

• Collaborative teams – a flat structure means everyone can learn from colleagues and senior leaders around the business.

• Flexible working environment – we’re headquartered in North Sydney with state-based workplaces and offer a flexible work policy.

• Family support – industry leading 26 weeks paid parental leave.

• Varied workspaces – our office enables areas for collaboration, brainstorming and socialising as well as focus zones. 

• Wellness focus – grab a healthy breakfast, snacks and if you like keeping active, we have excellent building facilities to support you. 

• Positive environment – come together with all your colleagues at Sydney HQ every 100 days to set and collaborate on key cross functional business priorities