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Director Accounting

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In-Office
Sydney, New South Wales
Senior level
In-Office
Sydney, New South Wales
Senior level
The Director of Accounting oversees financial reporting, audit management, process improvement, and team leadership while ensuring regulatory compliance and collaboration across departments.
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Job Title

Director Accounting

What does a successful Director of Accounting do at Fiserv?

As the Director of Accounting, you will play a critical role in overseeing the accounting functions and operations within the company. This position is at a senior level and involves people management responsibilities.

What You Will Do:

  • Financial Reporting: Lead and oversee the financial reporting process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of all reports.
  • Audit Management: Coordinate and manage audit processes, liaising with auditors to ensure smooth audits and compliance.
  • Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate accounting processes and systems, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes.
  • Team Leadership: Manage a team of accounting professionals, both locally and overseas, providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship to ensure high performance and employee development.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on accounting regulations and ensure adherence to all relevant laws and standards.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments such as Finance, Tax, Legal, Operations and Share Services to drive financial initiatives and resolve any accounting-related issues.

What You Will Need To Have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA certification preferred.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in accounting, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
  • Engagement and relationship management of big 4 firm Partner and audit manager
  • Previous experience gained in the Payments industry
  • Strong leadership and people management skills, with a proven track record of managing and developing high-performing teams.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with individuals at all levels.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and financial systems, with advanced Excel skills. S4 experience is critical.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Uphold high ethical standards and integrity in all financial dealings.

Thank you for considering employment with Fiserv.  Please:

  • Apply using your legal name
  • Complete the step-by-step profile and attach your resume (either is acceptable, both are preferable).

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

Fiserv is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law. 

Note to agencies:

Fiserv does not accept resume submissions from agencies outside of existing agreements. Please do not send resumes to Fiserv associates. Fiserv is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resume submissions.

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Top Skills

Accounting Software
Excel
Financial Systems
S4

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