Senior Financial Accountant

WEHI is transforming its professional services and recruiting for a Senior Financial Accountant to join the Finance Department at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute. The role involves providing expert financial and technical accounting advice and supporting the Financial Controller in delivering financial operations and accounting obligations.

Requirements

• Supporting the Financial Controller in delivering all financial operations and accounting obligations for the Institute.
• Lead consolidated financial reporting and ensure compliance with AASB and other applicable standards.
• Manage month-end and year-end close, including journals, consolidations, and reconciliations.
• Act as primary audit liaison, resolving technical accounting matters.
• Provide technical accounting expertise, including policy development and implementation of new standards.
• Ensure compliance with ACNC, ASIC, and other statutory requirements.
• Oversee investment accounting, reporting, and performance analysis.
• Support management reporting, variance analysis, and executive insights.
• Lead and mentor finance team members, supporting delivery and capability development.
• Manage taxation obligations (GST, FBT, income tax where applicable).
• Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, processes, and controls.
• Build and manage key internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis, projects, and strategic support.

Benefits

• Attractive salary packaging options
• 12% superannuation payable
• Matching superannuation scheme up to 5% after 6 months