What's the role?Join News Corp Australia as a Financial Accountant on a 9-month contract, starting in January 2025. In this role, you will provide accurate financial information and insights to support decision-making and financial planning across the organisation. You will be responsible for maintaining and analysing financial records while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory controls.Responsibilities Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records by recording all financial transactions, including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments, in accordance with established accounting principles and policies.Reconciling and reviewing general ledger accounts, and other financial records to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and maintain the accuracy of financial data.Analyse and report on Financial Statement balances and movements to ensure accurate financial reporting.Ensuring compliance with accounting standards, SOx regulations, and company policies by monitoring and enforcing internal controls and procedures.Implementation of tactical changes via automation, streamlining or elimination (if necessary) of processes.Assist in the preparation of financial schedules and documentation for external audits, ensuring compliance with audit requirements and addressing auditor inquiries.Who are you?You have a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and have a CPA/CA (preferred).You have proven experience as a Financial Accountant or in a similar role with strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS).You are proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.You have excellent attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to meet deadlines.You are an effective communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders and present financial information clearly.News BenefitsNews Benefits is our way of saying thank you to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities. Our benefits include:Exclusively ours - Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family.Health & wellbeing - Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices).Time off - News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.Helping you grow - Development opportunities (including diversity and inclusion-focused education series) and recognition.Financial wellbeing - Support on making the most of your money.Perks & discounts - Exclusive offers across a range of products and services.Giving back - Make a difference to our communities.Workplace Inclusion and facilities - Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents' rooms.Who are we?We are proud to be Australia's most impactful media group. Together, we inform, advocate and inspire all Australians, for a better Australia.With over 150 brands across news, sport and lifestyle, News Corp Australia is trusted by over 18 million Australians a month to provide the information and inspiration they seek.Renowned for world-class journalism and marketing services nationally and internationally, we offer a fast-paced environment that encourages individuals to take control of their future and challenge themselves in ever-changing fields.What's next?Apply now or for more information on careers at News Corp Australia visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careersOur Commitment to Diversity, Equity and InclusionWe know that diversity strengthens our teams and newsrooms as we seek to tell stories that represent the diverse communities of Australia that we serve. We encourage people of all ages, backgrounds, races, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, abilities and gender identities to apply. Inclusion is important to us and we want everyone at News to bring their whole selves to work. If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please feel free to let us know.Category:Finance and Strategy #J-18808-Ljbffr