Senior Financial Accountant

At Cotality, we are driven by a single mission—to make the property industry faster, smarter, and more people-centric. Cotality is the trusted source for property intelligence, with unmatched precision, depth, breadth, and insights across the entire ecosystem. Our talented team of 5,000 employees globally uses our network, scale, connectivity and technology to drive the largest asset class in the world. Join us as we work toward our vision of fueling a thriving global property ecosystem and a more resilient society.

Cotality is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work culture that inspires innovation and bold thinking; it's a place where you can collaborate, feel valued, develop skills and directly impact the real estate economy. We know our people are our greatest asset. At Cotality, you can be yourself, lift people up and make an impact. By putting clients first and continuously innovating, we're working together to set the pace for unlocking new possibilities that better serve the property industry.

Job Description:

We are looking for a commercially minded Senior Financial Accountant to join our dynamic finance team in our Sydney CBD head office.

Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will step into a broad remit within a well-established team, playing a critical role in partnering with stakeholders to drive actionable insights. You are right for this role if you have a keen eye for detail, a sound background in financial reporting, and a passion for streamlining workflows and enhancing accounting processes. 

• Support month-end close procedures, intercompany recharges, and reporting of Cotality's Australian and New Zealand results to our US parent

• Maintain the trial balance and ensure balance sheet reconciliations are completed in a timely manner.

• Analyse financial data to convey insights regarding cost and revenue variances to key stakeholders.

• Coordinate with external tax advisors for tax compliance, including Income Tax, BAS, FBT, and Transfer Pricing.

• Manage the preparation of year-end statutory reports and act as the primary liaison with external auditors.

• Partner with the business to drive process efficiencies and facilitate informed financial decision-making.

• Monitor revenue performance against targets and contribute to annual budgeting and quarterly reforecasting.

• Mentor junior finance team members and support senior leadership with ad hoc reporting and analysis.

• Actively cooperate with the WHS Framework to ensure a safe work environment for yourself and others.

Job Qualifications:

What You Will Bring:

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

• CA / CPA qualification.

• 5+ years of relevant experience in financial accounting or external audit.

• Proven experience in preparing / reviewing financial statements and tax lodgements.

• Sound understanding of accounting standards, including IFRS 15, ASC 606, IAS 1, IFRS 3, IFRS 9, IAS 36, IAS 37 and IFRS S1 & S2.

• Intermediate Excel skills (If formulas, lookups, and pivot tables).

• Strong technical analysis skills with the ability to communicate financial information to non-technical stakeholders.

• A proactive, organised mindset with a focus on continuous process improvement.

Preferred:

• Prior experience in "Big 4" or "mid-tier" Chartered Accounting environment.

• Prior experience in SaaS or technology industries.

• Familiarity with Oracle and TM1 systems.

• Experience working with external auditors and tax advisors.

• In addition to modern offices across Australia and New Zealand, our hybrid working model provides you with the opportunity for flexible working conditions that work best for you and the business;
• 10 half days of Wellbeing leave each year to help you recharge and access to our Employee Assistance Program;
• $600 AUD annual wellbeing allowance for gym memberships, wellness apps, ergonomic gear and more;
• Generous Parental leave offering, $750 AUD in Baby Bucks and our peer recognition turned into rewards program - Bravo!
• Free subscription to the Calm app as well as other mindfulness tools, online health and nutrition courses;
• Complimentary access to Australia’s most comprehensive property research platforms including RP Data and exclusive employee-only market updates and access to the industry’s best property experts;
• Two community and volunteer leave days each year to support meaningful causes and our charity partners.

Cotality's Diversity Commitment:​

Cotality is fully committed to employing a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive work environment that embraces everyone’s unique contributions, experiences and values. We offer an empowered work environment that encourages creativity, initiative and professional growth and provides a competitive salary and benefits package. ​ We are better together when we support and recognize our differences. 

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:​

Cotality is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace across Australia and New Zealand. We recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, ethnicity, colour, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a drug-free workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and bullying.  ​

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