Advanced Navigation is the world’s most determined innovator in AI robotics and navigation technologies across land, air, sea and space applications. Founded on a culture of research and discovery, Advanced Navigation's mission is to be the catalyst of the autonomy revolution. Fields of expertise include artificial intelligence, underwater sonar, GNSS, radio frequency systems, inertial sensors, robotics, quantum sensors and photonics.
Today, Advanced Navigation is a supplier to some of the world's largest companies, including Airbus, Boeing, Google, Tesla, NASA, Apple, and General Motors. Discover it for yourself: https://youtu.be/F7uAqs1gtuk
OVERVIEW OF ROLE
We’re looking for a curious, proactive and results driven Financial Accountant who wants to support the transformation of the finance function and support the business through our growth trajectory. You will collaborate with both finance and the broader business to modernise workflows, lead and implement process improvement initiatives while keeping an eye on compliance.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Core Accounting
Deliver monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting with relevant accounting standards (AASB/IFRS), including financial analysis and insights
Maintain general ledger integrity and oversee reconciliations
Provide guidance and support to junior team members when required
Audit, Risk & Compliance
Support external audits and compliance requirements
Assist with the redesign, implementation and monitoring of accounting policies to safeguard against business risk
Assist with preparation of the R&D tax incentives
Stay up-to-date on global tax regulations
Process Improvement & Projects
Embed AI directly into day to day finance
Providing input into testing and implementation of a new ERP system
Assist with finance transformation projects and new initiatives
Partner with other departments (e.g. Marketing, Sales, Operations) to ensure accurate financial reporting
About you
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
- CA or CPA qualification (or actively pursuing)
- Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a high-growth or start-up environment
- Strong technical accounting skills (AASB and IFRS)
- Proven experience in managing the month-end close process and preparing financial statements
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and a positive mindset
- A proactive and solution-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and adapt
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
- CA or CPA qualification (or actively pursuing)
- Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong technical accounting skills (AASB and IFRS)
- Experience managing month-end close process and preparing financial statements
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel (advanced skills preferred)
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication and positive mindset
- Proactive and solution-oriented mindset
What We Do
Advanced Navigation is a privately owned Australian company that specialises in the development of navigation technologies and robotics. The company has a focus on generating products of the highest quality standard, both in terms of hardware and software. The company's founders came from a background in mission critical robotics built to military specifications and this can be seen through Advanced Navigation's products. Advanced Navigation's engineers have specialised expertise across a broad range of fields including sensors, GNSS, inertial navigation, RF technologies, acoustics, robotics, AI and algorithms.
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