Senior Accountant
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Job no: 512215
Work type: Salaried
Location: Melbourne
Categories: Finance
Why Join Us?
Southern Cross Austereo (SCA) is Australia’s leading media company, home to LiSTNR, the Triple M & HIT networks, and Australia’s #1 podcast network, reaching 8M+ monthly listeners.
We're shaping the future of Australia’s audio landscape and need passionate, high-performing talent to help us entertain, inform, and inspire—anytime, anywhere.
Join our SCA Melbourne Finance team, where your success is at the heart of everything we do.
What does your day to day look like?
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Deliver accurate and complete month-end reporting, journal entries, and maintenance of accruals, provisions, and prepayments.
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Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, manage tasks such as commission calculations, JV reporting, fixed assets, intangible assets, sundry invoicing, and banking administration
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Support ongoing forecasts, variance analysis, and collaborate with Commercial Finance to deliver annual budgets, with a focus on centralised expenses.
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Prepare data for external audits and statutory reporting, and manage tax and compliance obligations including FBT, GST, income tax, WHT, and payroll tax.
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Drive enhancements in accounting policies, internal controls, and business processes, while maintaining organised support and process documentation.
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Liaise with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, respond to finance queries, contribute to ad hoc projects, and act as a backup during team absences.
What you’ll need:
- Accounting degree qualified
- 2+ years of experience in a similar role / environment
- Intermediate Excel, MS Office and ERP system skills (SAP experience highly desirable, but not essential)
- Significant experience in financial accounting and preparation / review of general ledger accounts and trial balance
- Demonstrated experience utilising fundamental business accounting skills relation to income tax, FBT and GST
- Ability to add value and assist in the development of enhanced processes
- High levels of accountability, attention to detail, and resourcefulness
- Excellent stakeholder management
- Exposure to media industry highly regarded
Let us sweeten the deal!
- 9 Day fortnight trial to support your work life balance
- Training and development opportunities to help you grow in your career
- Wellbeing Perks – Extra leave for your birthday and volunteering, plus free and discounted concert and footy tickets. Enjoy free coffee and treats in the office!
- Industry-leading Paid Parental Leave – 20 weeks paid leave for the primary carer, with a gender-neutral policy.
- Salary Packaging – Access novated leasing and exclusive discounts on top brands and gyms.
- SCA GIGs – Our internal talent development program helps you cross-skill and grow within SCA.
- Award-winning culture that values your unique self, fosters creativity, and supports your career growth.
Southern Cross Austereo (SCA) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and fair hiring. We welcome talent from all backgrounds and ensure a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
SCA is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any accommodations during your interview, please let us know. We’re happy to support your needs to ensure a fair and comfortable experience. Reach out to careers@sca.com.au for assistance.
Still not convinced? Head to our TikTok, Life@LiSTNR, for a sneak peek into some of the fun we have at SCA!
Keen? Apply now by submitting your resume via our careers page.
Hot tip: Make sure you download and sign up to LiSTNR – you may be asked about your listening experience throughout the interview process!
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