Accountant
Perigon ·perigongroup.com.au
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We're partnering with a well-established international business seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to take ownership of the Australian finance function. This is a standalone role locally, supported by an experienced global finance team, offering the autonomy to run your own remit while still having plenty of support when needed.
The business has operated successfully in Australia for over 20 years and offers a genuinely flexible environment. You'll work 24 hours per week, with the freedom to split your hours across 3 full days or 4–5 shorter days—whatever works best for you.
This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys variety, likes being hands-on, and takes pride in owning the end-to-end finance function.
The Role Reporting into the overseas finance team, you'll be responsible for the full accounting function for the Australian business, including:
The business has operated successfully in Australia for over 20 years and offers a genuinely flexible environment. You'll work 24 hours per week, with the freedom to split your hours across 3 full days or 4–5 shorter days—whatever works best for you.
This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys variety, likes being hands-on, and takes pride in owning the end-to-end finance function.
The Role Reporting into the overseas finance team, you'll be responsible for the full accounting function for the Australian business, including:
- End-to-end financial accounting, month-end and year-end close
- Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and bank reconciliations
- Payroll coordination with external providers
- BAS preparation and statutory reporting
- Financial reporting, reconciliations and analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting support
- Intercompany accounting
- Managing external auditors and tax advisors
- Workers Compensation, FBT and other compliance requirements
- Inventory accounting and inventory reconciliations within a wholesale/distribution environment
- Monitoring inventory movements and ensuring inventory records remain accurate
- Reconciling third-party logistics (3PL) records to the ERP system
- Acting as the key finance contact for the Australian business while partnering with the global finance team
- 5+ years' experience in a Financial Accountant or Company Accountant position
- Experience managing the full accounting function independently
- Experience within a wholesale, distribution, import/export or product-based business
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work autonomously
- 24-hour permanent part-time role
- Flexible working arrangements – choose how you split your hours across the week
- Standalone Australian finance role with the backing of a collaborative global finance team
- Broad, varied role with genuine ownership
- Stable, well-established international business with a long-standing Australian presence
- Supportive culture with excellent work-life balance
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Who is hiring for the Accountant role?
Perigon is hiring for the Accountant position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Accountant job located?
The Accountant role with Perigon is based in Sydney, NSW, AU. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Accountant role remote?
Yes — the Accountant position at Perigon is hybrid. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
Is the Accountant role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Perigon.
What experience level is the Accountant role?
The Accountant position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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