Financial Accountant

Posted 15 Days Ago
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Melbourne, Victoria, AUS
In-Office
Senior level
Retail
The Role
Manages accounts receivable, government claim recoveries, reconciliations, collections, reporting, month-end close, and audit support. Analyzes large datasets using Excel, Power Query, and Power BI; improves automation, controls, cash recovery, and operational processes. Partners with Finance, Operations, IT, claims teams, and external collection agencies, while providing guidance to direct reports where applicable.
Summary Generated by Built In

Amp Up Your Career with Real Purpose. Real Opportunity. Real Impact. 

At Amplifon, we’re more than a company. As the Global Leader in hearing care, we combine cutting-edge solutions with a personal touch to create unforgettable experiences for our customers.

With a shared vision to empower people and push boundaries, we thrive in a culture built on care, collaboration, and impact. Here, your work fuels innovation, growth, and a purpose that resonates far beyond the ordinary.

Join us and shape a future where sound connects, inspires, and transforms lives.

Life at Amplifon:

Working at Amplifon gives you the chance to make your voice heard, build strong working relationships, and create your own tailor-made career.

Here, you’ll find all the support, tools, and opportunities you need to grow, whether it’s through our top-class development programs or by taking on projects in other parts of the world. And your colleagues will be there to motivate and inspire you every step of the way.

Role Purpose:

The Financial Accountant is responsible for managing receivables, government claims recoveries, reconciliations and reporting activities. The role combines financial accounting, credit management and data analytics, requiring strong Excel and systems skills to drive process improvements, strengthen controls and maximise cash recovery.

Key Accountabilities:

  • Manage the accounts receivable ledger and collection activities
  • Oversee Hearing Services Program (HSP) claim recoveries and work closely with the Claims team leader to minimise rejections and maximise recoveries
  • Perform complex reconciliations across receivables, claims, revenue and cash accounts
  • Support month-end close activities, journals and audit requirements
  • Analyse large datasets to identify trends, issues and improvement opportunities
  • Develop and maintain reporting using Advanced Excel, Power Query and Power BI
  • Drive process automation and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Partner with Operations, IT and Finance stakeholders to improve cash flow and process outcomes
  • Manage external debt collection agencies and escalated recovery matters
  • Provide day-to-day guidance and support to direct reports, where applicable

Experience & Qualifications:

Essential

  • Degree in Accounting, Finance or Commerce
  • 5 years' experience in financial accounting, accounts receivable or revenue-focused roles
  • Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP and Power Query
  • Strong reconciliation, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Experience using ERP systems and analysing large dataset

Desirable

  • Progress towards, or interest in pursuing, a CA/CPA qualification
  • Power BI or SQL experience
  • Oracle ERP experience
  • Healthcare, government funding or claims-based environment experience
  • People management experience, ideally with direct reports

Core Competencies

  • Financial & Analytical Acumen
  • Advanced Excel & Systems Capability
  • Process Improvement & Automation
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Accountability & Ownership

Putting People First
One of the ways we amplify careers is by helping our people achieve their full potential. We do so by providing constant constructive feedback and training opportunities that empower our people to excel. 
In addition, if you’re ready to put in the hard work, we’ll make sure your dedication and achievements are recognised.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Amplify your purpose with Amplifon!
As an employer that embraces Equal Opportunity and promotes inclusion and diversity, we encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to apply.

Skills Required

  • Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce
  • Five years of experience in financial accounting, accounts receivable, or revenue-focused roles
  • Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, and Power Query
  • Strong reconciliation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience using ERP systems and analyzing large datasets
  • Progress toward or interest in pursuing a CA or CPA qualification
  • Power BI or SQL experience
  • Oracle ERP experience
  • Experience in healthcare, government funding, or claims-based environments
  • People management experience, ideally with direct reports

Amplifon Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Amplifon and has not been reviewed or approved by Amplifon.

  • Strong & Reliable Incentives — Performance-related bonuses and commission structures can meaningfully lift total earnings in some sales and clinic roles. Incentives appear more favorable for high performers where targets are attainable and variable pay is a consistent part of the package.
  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive in many markets, often including core medical needs and hearing-related care. Added supports such as EAP/psychological counseling and wellness programs broaden the health-and-wellbeing value of the package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are frequently characterized as generous in parts of Europe, with substantial PTO allowances and additional leave provisions in some locations. Flexibility options such as hybrid arrangements further increase the perceived value of time-related benefits.

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The Company
HQ: Milan, Milan
10,034 Employees
Year Founded: 1950

What We Do

As the global leader in the hearing care retail industry, we have been changing the lives of millions of customers across the globe since 1950. With stores and offices spanning across 26 countries and a team of 20,300 dedicated professionals, we take pride in setting the industry standard as we empower people to rediscover all the emotions of sound. Although we are constantly growing, we have the drive of a start-up and are committed to striving for innovation every day. Whatever role our employees take on at Amplifon, they each make more possible - more brands for customers, more support for colleagues, more opportunities for their own careers and more innovative possibilities. We are guided by our values and are motivated by our purpose, ensuring each new day brings opportunities for innovation as we explore new horizons for our business, our customers and each other. At Amplifon, we make more possible. Amplifon operates in: Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Ecuador, Egypt, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Israel, Italy, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, the Netherlands, UK, United States, and Uruguay. Read our Netiquette and help us create an inclusive environment to interact within: https://corporate.amplifon.com/en/netiquette?formSearchPage=true

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