Financial Accountant

Flying Bark Productions is a dynamic and innovative animation studio dedicated to pushing the boundaries of character animation and storytelling. We are working on exciting projects such as Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Ghostbusters animated series and Stranger Things animated series, as well as our production Tales From Outer Suburbia by Shaun Tan.

The Financial Accountant is responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial
reporting, maintaining high-quality financial records, and supporting the integrity of the
organization's financial operations. This role plays a key part in month-end, quarter-end, and
year-end processes, statutory compliance, and financial analysis.

About The Role:
Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards.

• Undertake month-end and year-end close processes, including journals, accruals,
  prepayments, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Maintain the general ledger with high accuracy, ensuring completeness and data
  integrity across all financial entries.
• Assist in preparing statutory accounts and supporting documentation for external
  audits.
• Project Accounting experience essential (Revenue Recognition, POC, transfer
  pricing)
  

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards (AIFRS), taxation
  legislation, and internal financial policies.
• Prepare and lodge regulatory and statutory returns, including BAS, FBT, payroll tax,
  and other statutory requirements.
• Support internal and external audit processes by providing schedules, reconciliations,
  and explanatory notes.
• Monitor and strengthen internal controls, helping to identify risks and implement
  corrective measures.
  

Business Analysis & Reporting

• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and financial reports to support
  performance tracking and decision-making.
• Provide financial insights, trends, and analytical commentary to management and
  operational teams.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling activities as required.

Systems Management & Process Improvement

• Utilize D365 F&O to maintain financial data, streamline workflows, and support
  accurate reporting.
  
• Champion best-practice use of financial systems and contribute to system
  improvements, enhancements, and upgrades.
• Document processes and contribute to finance transformation initiatives, encouraging
  automation and efficiency.
  

Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with operational, commercial, HR, and executive teams to provide
  financial guidance and respond to information requests.
• Communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively to non-financial stakeholders.

About You:
Essential

• Minimum 6 years’ experience in financial accounting or a similar senior accounting
  role.
• Completed CPA or CA qualification.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365
  F&O).
• Strong capability in Power BI, including building dashboards, data modelling, and
  report visualisation.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
• Strong understanding of Australian Accounting Standards, GST, FBT, and other
  taxation requirements.
• Proven experience preparing financial statements and supporting audit processes.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational ability, and a commitment to maintaining data accuracy.

Desirable

• Experience within a corporate, production finance, or complex multi-entity & multi-
  currency environment.
• Exposure to system implementation or finance transformation projects.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-focused environment with cross-functional stakeholders.

What do we do?

• Flying Bark Productions is a renowned independent producer of family-focused animation entertainment. For over 50 years, our 2D and 3D production facility has created award-winning feature films and TV series.

Why work with us?

• We work on some pretty cool projects - check out our website: https://www.flyingbark.com.au/
• We have an industry leading studio space in Alexandria, complete with a cinema, quiet room, Zen Garden, games room, and state of the art animation facilities.
• Breakfast is served daily - on us!
• We have cake days, movie nights, wrap parties & a culture club dedicated to coordinating our busy social calendar!
• The Barkers have big hearts too, with our Paws for a Cause fundraising arm raising much needed funds for charities such as Beyond Blue, RSPCA and the Cancer Council.
• We love dogs and you will often see some of our regular fluffy companions in the studio.
• We have a hybrid approach to work with flexible work from home days on offer.
• Career development is important to us so we offer training and support opportunities whenever possible.
• Our employees say our culture is the best they've ever experienced - everyone is welcome and celebrated!
• You'll have access to mental health resources and free counselling via our Employee Assistance Provider, Support Act.
  Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.