Accountant, Australia

Company Description

Who we are

We are one of the largest international law firms in the world. With over 30 offices across the globe, we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, providing them with the highest-quality advice and legal insight, which combines the firm’s global standards with in-depth local expertise.

Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures, and languages. We offer our clients a truly international perspective. We believe every career should be rewarding and stimulating - full of opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. That’s why we’re so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.

You’ll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they’ve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that’s possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you’ll find across all of our teams.

Whichever area of the business you join, you’ll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.

Job Description

The Role

Playing a pivotal role in the Finance team by providing support in the delivery of objectives related to financial and management reports, people/payroll reports, internal controls and tax compliance.

KEY TASKS:

• To ensure that all processes (daily/weekly/monthly/annually) are in line with policies and procedures of the firm, locally and globally, including authorization matrix
• To liaise with the World Firm Finance team on all group reporting matters
• To assist the in ad hoc projects requiring financial analysis 
• To assist in monthly, quarterly and annual management and financial accounts preparation
• To assist in annual budgeting process and quarterly re-forecasting process
• To manage the relationship with the Global Shared Services Centre (GSSC) in Delhi and optimise the use of the service; To monitor performance and review work completed by the GSSC. Where necessary to take remedial action if the work falls below the required standard
• To work closing with GSSC on various reports and analysis
• Prepare and book daily/monthly entries as necessary
• Review ledgers and perform account and transaction analysis
• Analyze, reconcile, and review all accounts under their responsibility by performing variance analysis, highlighting trends, and following up on questions/ concerns
• Enforce controls and ensure that balance sheets are in balance; review balance sheet reconciliation schedules
• To handle various reconciliations including balance sheet, interoffice, fixed assets, banks, etc
• Monthly review of Payroll reports and guide Payroll and HR teams in preparation of files
• Delivery in-depth people and salary analysis on a monthly basis
• Monthly and annual tax compliance responsibility (GST, Payroll tax, FBT). Regularly collaborating with both internal and external advisors.
• To Provide assistance in coordination with the management in responding to questions from the external auditors, headquarter, and other support groups by:
• Ensuring prompt resolution and follow-up of questions / requests for information
• Escalating problems / issues to the manager
• Providing quality service to other teams
• To identify area of efficiency and propose new ideas.
• Act as the first level of review to ensure accuracy, completeness, and validity by reviewing and approving all related to Finance Activities

This is very much a hands-on role offering the opportunity to get involved in all aspects of the accounts process of a globally operating professional services firm.

Qualifications

Your Experience

• You will be an experienced Accountant, with prior experience of monthly, quarterly and year end reporting. CA/CPA (or equivalent) qualification preferred.
• CA/CPA (or equivalent) qualification preferred.
• Knowledge of IFRS and external reporting requirements is required. You can responsibly handle and manage the world firm's international and IFRS requirements (knowledge and experience with local statutory accounts)
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel (formulas, pivot table, charts and graphs). Prior experience of using Oracle Financials (or similar accounting tool) is preferred.
• Effective analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Committed to maintain strong control environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent analytical skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Self-starter and team player, able to work independently and collaboratively with various teams in a deadline-focused environment

Additional Information

Equal Opportunities

At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society.

We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age.  This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.

We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.

Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm. 

Find out more about our inclusive culture here.

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