At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.
Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.
From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.
Our Benefits
- Competitive remuneration + super + annual bonus + private medical insurance
- Annualised performance review process
- ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment
- Fitness Passport discount – Access to a network of gyms across AUS from $15 P/W
- Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
- Modernised Paid Parental Leave
- Veterans leave
- Novated Lease options
- Personal & professional training development opportunities
- Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner
Our Team
The Applications and Database team are responsible for supporting and enhancing the systems and processes for all IT supported applications, driving process and business intelligence maturity. The Systems Accountant role will be responsible for business analysis and project management, and the ability to understand technical and functional aspects of applications.
Your role
- Process Reviews and delivering process improvements within the organization focusing on standardisation and automation of key processes ensuring quality of service to internal customers is still maintained.
- System Access Reviews to manage and coordinate half yearly Unifi user system access reviews by the CPO
- Reporting Improvements to identify, document and validate new Financial reporting requirements
- Financial Applications Implementation support including Basware, Planning Analytics, Blackline, Diapason
- Provide Data Extraction capability for Compliance and Service Performance measurements
- Advise businesses regarding reporting structures and methodologies to ensure integrity of background integration accounting is maintained
- Oversee monthly close process addressing any integration issues to ensure system is ready for users to transact
Your experience
- 10 years + experience in a Finance Systems role within the Finance function preferably in a large complex project based organisation
- Part-Qualified Accountant (CPA or CA)
- Undergraduate Degree or relevant industry qualifications
- ORACLE E-Business Suite R12 Modules: GL, AP, AR, FA, CM, FA, PA
- Advanced SQL skills
- IBM Planning Analytics Certification
- Expert Knowledge of the following IS Applications: FP&A Applications – IBM Planning Analytics, Anaplan, API applications – Python, Mendi, BI Applications – Power BI, Cognos Analytic, ORACLE Financials, Advanced SQL skills, MS Office including VBA developer skills
- Exposure to wider non-Finance business systems including HR, Payroll, Procurement and Project Management applications
- Proven history of implementing scalable ERP systems including Business Intelligence reporting tools
- Change Management experience
- Familiar with Agile Methodology
Good to know
After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and depending on the role type, medical checks as well.
A Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.
It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.
We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.
Read more about our WORK180 endorsement.
Thales Sydney, New South Wales, AUS Office
7 Murray Rose Avenue, Sydney, NSW, Australia, 2127
Thales Sydney, New South Wales, AUS Office
7 Murray Rose Ave, Sydney, Australia, 2127
