29 Oct
Squadron Energy
The Rocks
About Us
Squadron Energy is Australia’s leading renewable energy company that develops, operates and owns renewable energy assets in Australia. With proven experience and expertise across the project lifecycle, we work with local communities and our customers to lead the transition to Australia’s clean energy future.
We have 1.1 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy in operation and an Australian development pipeline of 20GW.
We are committed to advancing our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan as part of our ongoing efforts toward reconciliation.
The Role
As the Senior Financial Accountant, you will assist in ensuring that the Squadron Energy Portfolio and its controlled entities (the Group)
is compliant with applicable accounting and taxation regulations, manages its financial risk appropriately and provides financial information that facilitates effective organisational decision making.
This role offers an opportunity to immerse yourself in a fast-paced environment, utilising your solid accounting skills to make a meaningful contribution while leveraging your well-honed communication, interpersonal, analytical and time management skills.
Key responsibilities:
- Facilitate accurate and timely financial reporting for a portfolio of renewable energy projects and assist the Finance Manager and Group Financial Controller in financial matters in relation to the portfolio and the Group.
- Review accounting records, reconciliations, statutory returns, billings, and payments to ensure they are accurate and within agreed timeframes.
- Establish and maintain accounting processes and financial reporting in accordance with contractual commitments and Australian Accounting Standards.
- Coordinate month and year ends including periodic audits,
including preparation and review of month end files.
- Prepare statutory financial statements and other relevant financial reports as required from time to time for both internal and external purposes.
- Establish and maintain internal controls and actively promote their improvement.
- Preparation of internal technical accounting workpapers and policies.
- Periodic site visits for all construction and operational locations - parts counts, asset inspections, general familiarity with the operation on the ground.
Requirements
About you
You will have:
- Minimum 6+ years' experience in accounting in a corporate, professional accounting or audit environment.
- Degree in Commerce or Accounting.
- Experience working in the renewable energy sector.
- Experience in implementing major ERP including critical analysis during User Acceptance Testing.
- Experience in Mergers and Acquisitions, and Project Financing including preparation of business analysis reports and proforma financial accounts and harmonisation of critical accounting policies.
- Demonstrated experience in providing financial analysis including trend reporting, variance analysis and forecasting operational results.
- Professional accountancy qualifications (CPS/CA) or working towards one.
- Driver’s licence.
Benefits
What’s on Offer
In addition to a competitive remuneration package combined with attractive benefits, employees have the opportunity to access training and career development, and workplace flexibility.
Squadron Energy also recognises the importance of diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Visit www.squadronenergy.com to learn more about us.
To apply
Please click on the "Apply" button above. Applications close on 19/12/2023. Submit your updated resume and a cover letter addressing the requirements to be considered for the role. Please monitor your email regarding communication on progress of your application. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Appointment to this position will be subject to reference checks,
a National Police Check and other applicable background screening if required.
Squadron Energy has existing relationships with recruiters. No cold calling from recruiters please.
▶️ Senior Financial Accountant
🖊️ Squadron Energy
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