The Senior Financial Accountant manages financial accounting operations, prepares reports, supports audits, mentors junior staff, and drives process improvements.
Why join us?
We’re a global tech company, just not the kind you’re picturing.
Sure, we’ve got catered lunches, team events, cool merch, and yes... dogs in the office. But that’s not why people join.
Our team of nearly a thousand people wakes up every day to make our product and our customers’ lives better. At SafetyCulture, you’ll hear “yes, let’s give it a shot” more often than “that’s not how we do things here.”
People join because we’re building tools that make work better for the 3 billion people who keep the world moving - factory floor operators, baggage handlers, truck drivers, servers, store assistants. The ones who make things happen. We’ve got the scale and innovation you’d expect from big tech. The difference? No endless layers of sign-off. No corporate theatre. Just smart, experienced people solving real problems fast .
The scale is big. But the ownership’s personal. Every full-time team member gets equity - real skin in the game. When we grow, you do too. We’re not perfect, no company is. But this next chapter of our growth is about scaling with intelligence, not just size - fueled by operational maturity, a clear vision, and a strong focus on AI.
This is big tech impact, without the big tech ick. If that excites you more than it scares you, you’ll fit right in.
We’re looking for a Senior Financial Accountant to join our growing Finance team at SafetyCulture. This is a key role within the consolidated entity, working alongside another Senior Accountant to support and develop the broader accounting team while taking ownership of the day-to-day running of core finance and accounting operations.
You’ll bring strong commercial experience, technical accounting expertise, and a genuine interest in building scalable, high-quality finance processes. This role will play an important part in ensuring our financial operations remain accurate, efficient, and well-positioned to support the continued growth of the business.
As a senior member of the team, you’ll also contribute to strengthening controls, improving reporting processes, and helping elevate the overall capability of the finance function as we scale.
How you will spend your time
Financial Accounting & Reporting
• Managing end-to-end financial accounting across the consolidated entity, including
income statement and balance sheet accounts, with responsibility for revenue,
OPEX, fixed assets, prepayments, and intercompany transfers.
• Processing month-end journals and actively driving the timely and accurate
completion of month-end close procedures.
• Preparing robust and insightful financial reports for internal stakeholders, including
monthly management accounts and cash flow statements, to support strategic
decision-making.
• Collaborating effectively with external auditors and tax advisors, providing necessary
documentation and support to ensure compliance
• Owning the preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations to ensure
accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and working closely with external
auditors and tax advisors to ensure compliance and the timely delivery of all reporting
obligations.
Commercial & Business Partnering
• Collaborating with commercial stakeholders to provide relevant financial analysis and
help the business understand its financial performance.
Team Development & Leadership
• Working collaboratively with other Accountants to manage and support the
accounting team, contributing to a high-performing and cohesive finance function.
• Providing guidance, mentoring, and day-to-day oversight to junior members of the
accounting team, fostering their professional development and ensuring quality of
work.
• Contributing to the training and continued knowledge sharing amongst team
members.
Process Improvement & Projects
• Proactively identifying and implementing opportunities for process improvement,
standardisation, and automation within the finance function to enhance efficiency and
accuracy.
• Contributing to wider finance team projects, including system migrations, ERP
enhancements, and other transformation initiatives.
• Ensuring adherence to and documentation of internal controls, accounting policies,
and relevant regulatory requirements.
About you
• CA or CPA qualified accountant with a minimum of 3 years post-qualification
experience.
• Proven commercial accounting experience within a fast-paced business environment,
with a strong understanding of how finance supports broader business objectives.
• Solid technical accounting knowledge with experience applying AASB / IFRS
standards.
• Demonstrated experience in month-end close, financial reporting, and balance sheet
management.
• Forensic attention to detail with an ability to multitask, prioritise effectively, and meet
deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial
information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Proactive, self-motivated attitude with a genuine drive to take ownership and improve
the way things are done.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong overall IT literacy.
experience.
• Proven commercial accounting experience within a fast-paced business environment,
with a strong understanding of how finance supports broader business objectives.
• Solid technical accounting knowledge with experience applying AASB / IFRS
standards.
• Demonstrated experience in month-end close, financial reporting, and balance sheet
management.
• Forensic attention to detail with an ability to multitask, prioritise effectively, and meet
deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial
information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Proactive, self-motivated attitude with a genuine drive to take ownership and improve
the way things are done.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong overall IT literacy.
Highly Regarded
• Experience in a high-growth technology or SaaS company.
• Big 4 or mid-tier accounting firm background.
• Experience supporting or mentoring junior finance team members.
• Experience working with NetSuite or a similar ERP system.
• Exposure to multi-entity or consolidated group accounting
We’re committed to building inclusive teams and cultivating a sense of belonging so our people can bring their whole authentic selves to work each day. We seek to make reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process to create an even playing field for all candidates. Thanks to the tireless efforts of the entire SafetyCulture team we’ve built an incredible culture which has seen us recognised as a Best Place to Work in Australia, the US and the UK .
Even if you don't meet every requirement listed in the ad, please consider applying for this role. We prioritise inclusion and value individuals with potential over a checklist of qualifications. Don't rule yourself out, hit that apply button if this job resonates with you.
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