Crane ChemPharma & Energy, a division of Crane Company, designs, manufactures, packages and markets engineered flow control solutions for specific niche applications in the Chemical, Power, and Hydrocarbon processing industries.
At Crane, it is all about our people. As a truly global company, we embrace best practice, no matter where in the world we find it. We value imagination, creativity, experimentation, and learning from both our mistakes and our successes to deliver results. Our openness to new ways of doing things is at the core of Crane's spirit.
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and highly motivated Financial Accountant to join our national Finance team, based in Western Sydney, reporting to the Finance Manager.
Why Join Us? Supportive Environment: Work alongside a dedicated Finance team and interact with other departments across the business from Sales to Manufacturing and Supply Chain. Growth Opportunities: Your career path is important to us. We provide continuous learning opportunities to help you thrive and advance in your professional journey. Onsite Parking: Conveniently located in Western Sydney with onsite parking, making your commute hassle-free. Training Provided: Comprehensive training is provided for all new personnel, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience and empowering individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the role. Key Responsibilities: As an experienced Financial Accountant, you will:
Process and review data entries and reconcile monthly accounts. Work on month-end balance sheet reconciliations and respond to queries. Process month-end and year-end journals. Assist in annual audit requests for documents. Process general ledger manual journals and FX conversions monthly. Maintain fixed assets register and depreciation. Load Oracle Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) System with Trial Balance including all related monthly stats. Review and action purchase price variances on imported inventory. Prepare monthly local management reports and financial performance analysis. Review monthly bank reconciliations in Excel and in Blackline Global Reconciliation Platform. Prepare and submit monthly BAS returns. Ensure all payroll-related deductions, taxes, and super are processed and paid within their required timeframes. Act as a back-up for processing fortnightly payroll for Australian employees. Act as a back-up for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable during periods of leave. Assist in the annual SOX review. Finalize new inventory items in our financial system QAD. Daily review the Purchase Price Variances and update the inventory standard costs records as required. Manage the Concur expense portal, including assisting employees, reviewing, and posting employee claims, plus preparing accounts payable documentation. Provide general administrative support to the Sales Director and Finance Manager, as required. Qualifications & Experience: The successful candidate will possess:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. 5 years' experience working in the same or a similar role. Understanding of Accounting in Corporate and Manufacturing Environment. Experience in using Oracle Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) System is an advantage. Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly in Excel (PIVOT tables, formulas). Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and multitask. Sound computing skills – experience working with ERP/Accounting systems is an advantage – e.g., QAD, SAP. Self-motivated & self-directed, with an ability to work autonomously and contribute to the team. Highly desirable working experience in a Manufacturing/Distribution industry associated with inventory transactional records and control. Experience in processing Payroll (using MYOB Advanced Payroll is desirable but not necessary). If you are looking for interesting work within a team environment that appreciates results, a business where your ideas and initiatives are applauded, then this could be the opportunity you have been looking for. Salary range is dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a financial accountant? How many years of accounting experience do you have? Do you have experience working with logistics, freight & delivery services? How many years of payroll experience do you have? Do you have reconciliations experience? Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with? #J-18808-Ljbffr