Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant

Join Capricorn’s Corporate Finance team and play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, statutory and tax compliance, budgeting support and continuous improvement across the finance function.

Headline Benefits
• Play a key role in financial reporting, compliance and governance across a trusted Member-owned organisation.
• Use your technical accounting expertise to support business decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Access flexible working arrangements, with up to 2 days working from home per week.

A little about us
Capricorn is one of Australia and New Zealand’s largest and most dynamic Member-owned organisations. Since 1974, we’ve provided our Members with financial and business solutions to make running a business easier. Our flagship Trade Account offers instant credit with over 1600 Preferred Suppliers, simplified monthly expenses, and a generous rewards program. 

We have a strong foundation in the automotive and machinery aftermarkets. Our vibrant community includes over 31,000 Members across Australia and New Zealand, from national franchises to your local family workshop. Last year, Capricorn facilitated nearly $4bn in sales with our Preferred Suppliers. 

At Capricorn, we're about more than just products and services. We work hard to ensure that our Members, Suppliers and People feel like they're part of something bigger - a Community which is connected and supported to make a difference, while having some fun along the way!

A little about the role
Reporting to the Corporate Services Manager (ASM), you will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, managing statutory and tax compliance obligations, supporting budgeting and forecasting activities, and driving process improvements across the finance function.
In this role, you will prepare statutory financial reports in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, manage Income Tax, FBT and GST reporting and lodgements, deliver month-end reporting, reconciliations and financial analysis, and maintain the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger.
You will also support budgeting, forecasting and treasury activities, assist with board reporting, audit requirements and regulatory compliance, provide financial insights to support decision-making, and work closely with stakeholders across the business to ensure strong financial controls and governance.

What you’ll bring
We’re looking for an experienced finance professional who combines strong technical accounting expertise with a proactive, continuous improvement mindset.
• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in financial accounting, statutory reporting, tax compliance and month-end reporting.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards, taxation legislation and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with Xero or a comparable cloud-based accounting system
• Approximately five years’ experience in financial accounting or a comparable role[JS1.1]
• Strong attention to detail, communication skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines independently
• Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities, with experience improving financial processes and systems.

A little on life at Capricorn
Joining our community is about more than just a job, so here’s what’s in it for you:
• Work flexibility – We’re all unique, and so are the ways in which we work. We have Hybrid (2 days working from home) written into our policy.
• Development Opportunities – your success is ours too. We provide training opportunities and development to give you the tools you need to grow.
• Paid parental leave – during life’s most important times, we support parents’ leave (for both parents) and their transition back to work.
• Get social – our social calendar is full, with a range of different virtual and face-to-face events to keep us connected.
• A place you want to be – from the convenient city location and the general buzz of our team, Capricorn is a place you want to be.
• A cherry on top – we’ve got a heap of benefits that our team actually use, including a fantastic reward and recognition program, wellness program, additional leave purchase and so much more!
• Amazing Benefits – Unlock amazing benefits at Capricorn. We offer all staff free gym membership near the office, discounted private health benefits and all inclusive working from home kits to get you started!

Sound like you’d be a good fit?
If you are ready to become part of a growing community and make a real impact, get in touch today.
For further information, support with your application and details on Capricorn, please visit our website at capricorn.coop/careers