An exciting opportunity for a financial accountant to join a global sport & fitness brand, in a business with an enviable culture and benefits package. This is a hands-on role, with scope to implement and improve as you progress.
The Business
A global name in sport and fitness clothing and equipment, with a creative atmosphere and an extensive international network. This brand is an active marketer, partnering with the best athletes on the international stage.
The Culture
Flexible working, open spaces, and like-minded creative people. Picture a blend of "Manhattan apartment" and Sydney chic, then add market-leading technology and a Silicon Valley dress code.
The Role
A blend of financial and management accounting; ideal for a newly qualified accountant looking for a "destination" career move. Expect to grow as an accountant, as you're encouraged to take on extra responsibilty, and build a personal brand throughout the business. Day-to-day, you'll report into a Finance Manager, taking the lead on:
* Monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting for the ANZ region
* Local interpretation and implementation of global accounting policies & procedures
* Month-end, quarter-end and year-end close, and ownership of related internal management reporting
* Cash flow projections and managing the relationship with the global Treasury team
* Exposure to a range of (senior) commercial stakeholders, from Procurement, to Customer Experience, to the
* Partnering with the regional MD, supporting commercial decisions and scoping out new business opportunities
* Designing and implementing a budgeting and planning process
You'll also be involved in:
* Tax preparation both locally and globally
* Supporting wholesale credit collections
* Expense reporting, acting as the link between the business and shared services
The potential to grow this role is uncapped, whether you choose to specialise in a particular area of accounting, travel overseas, or progress into senior management.
The Ideal Candidate
Outgoing. Creative. Bold. Capable. Passionate about sport.
If you have a flair for stakeholder management, and confidence in your technical ability, this role will suit you. In order to succeed, you will need to be:
* CA or CPA qualified (or nearing completion)
* Tenacious, and able to flourish in an autonomous role
* Hands-on and technically strong; able to hit the ground running as a key finance figure in the business
* Interestd in sport, fashion, and/or retail, and able to get behind a growing brand
* Flexible and open to taking on new responsibilities
* Well-versed in international accounting principles
* Ready to take a step into a challenging and rewarding career
Retail experience in a former life is also likely to add value to the role, and highly desirable.
This is a truly unique opportunity to be one of the most envied accountants in Sydney. Don't hesitate to get in touch.
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Toby Tank