Senior Accountant

Posted 9 Days Ago
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Sydney, New South Wales, AUS
In-Office
Senior level
Fashion • Retail • Manufacturing
The Role
Serve as primary finance contact for Audemars Piguet Australia, managing full accounting cycle, month/quarter/year-end close, reconciliations, reporting, cash and inventory processes, tax/statutory compliance, audits, internal controls, and process improvements to support boutique operations and Group reporting.
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Company Description

The present and future of Audemars Piguet are built on the invaluable contributions of all our talents. Inspired by the wealth of our past, we are excited about the endless possibilities that our future holds. Together, we are resolutely forward-thinking and strive for excellence in all areas of our business.

If this journey inspires you, come chart your own path within our family and let’s continue creating the extraordinary. Together, let's write the next chapter of your career!

Job Description

Within Audemars Piguet’s boutique in Australia, your main mission will be to ensure the integrity of financial operations, compliance and reporting activities while supporting the smooth running of the local business.

As part of Audemars Piguet’s first official boutique in Australia, you will play a key role in establishing and maintaining robust finance, governance and administrative processes. Working closely with local and regional stakeholders, you will contribute to operational excellence and support the continued growth of the business.

In this context, you will be responsible for:

  • Acting as the primary finance contact for the Australian business and supporting local operations in collaboration with regional teams
  • Managing the full spectrum of accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, fixed assets and employee expense claims
  • Ensuring the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions in accordance with company policies and accounting standards
  • Performing account reconciliations and maintaining the integrity of financial records, ledgers and supporting documentation
  • Leading month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Preparing financial reports, cash flow forecasts, reporting packages and variance analyses in accordance with local and Group requirements
  • Supporting inventory reconciliations, stock reporting and the investigation of discrepancies where required
  • Contributing to management reporting and providing financial insights to support business decision-making
  • Coordinating tax and statutory compliance activities, including GST/BAS reporting, corporate tax requirements and audit deliverables
  • Acting as a key point of contact for external auditors, tax advisors, banks and corporate service providers
  • Ensuring compliance with local accounting standards, tax regulations and Group reporting requirements
  • Maintaining and strengthening internal control frameworks across finance and administrative processes
  • Identifying process improvement opportunities and contributing to the enhancement of finance operations, controls and reporting accuracy
  • Supporting internal and external audits and ensuring appropriate follow-up on audit recommendations
  • Coordinating legal, corporate governance and administrative matters, including corporate records, licenses, insurance policies and statutory registrations
  • Supporting vendor management, office administration and back-office operations to ensure the smooth running of the boutique and local business
  • Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support business growth and operational excellence

Qualifications

  • Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, with a professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA or equivalent) preferred
  • Minimum 5 of 7 years of experience in accounting and finance, preferably within a multinational environment
  • Experience in retail, luxury or consumer-facing industries would be an advantage
  • Previous experience within an audit firm is a plus
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards and internal controls
  • Solid experience managing full sets of accounts, month-end closing and financial reporting activities
  • Good understanding of Australian statutory, tax and corporate compliance requirements
  • Experience liaising with auditors, tax advisors, banks and external stakeholders
  • Experience working with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
  • Exposure to Group reporting within a multinational organization is preferred
  • Experience in financial planning and analysis, budgeting or forecasting would be an advantage
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
  • Proactive, hands-on and capable of operating independently in a lean organization
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and maintain a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

Audemars Piguet offers a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package. 

Audemars Piguet is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Audemars Piguet hires without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

Skills Required

  • Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline
  • Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA or equivalent)
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting and finance
  • Experience in retail, luxury or consumer-facing industries
  • Previous experience within an audit firm
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards and internal controls
  • Experience managing full sets of accounts, month-end closing and financial reporting activities
  • Good understanding of Australian statutory, tax and corporate compliance requirements (GST/BAS, corporate tax)
  • Experience liaising with auditors, tax advisors, banks and external stakeholders
  • Experience working with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
  • Exposure to Group reporting within a multinational organization
  • Experience in financial planning and analysis, budgeting or forecasting
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
  • Proactive, hands-on and capable of operating independently in a lean organization
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and maintain high accuracy
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The Company

What We Do

Audemars Piguet Holding SA is a prestigious Swiss manufacturer of luxury watches headquartered in Le Brassus, Switzerland. Founded in 1875 and remaining family-owned, it is recognized as one of the Big Four privately-owned watch brands. The company is renowned for its high-end horological craftsmanship, including the iconic Royal Oak collection, and its commitment to independence and tradition in the art of watchmaking.

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