About the job
ESR Group is seeking an Accountant in Sydney to support monthly and year-end financial reporting. This role covers financial accounting, management accounting, and tax compliance, with a focus on improving processes and increasing efficiency through automation and system upgrades.
Main Responsibilities
Monthly Tasks
- Prepare detailed workpapers and manage the month-end close and reporting for assigned entities.
- Work with internal teams to process monthly management fees.
- Oversee recognition of co-investment income each month.
- Compile revenue summaries to analyze budget and forecast variances.
- Help draft the monthly financial performance report for the CEO and CFO.
- Support financial data processing and reporting to meet ESR Group standards.
Day-to-Day Activities
- Check payments against bank records, Yardi, and invoices.
- Generate invoices and record receipts for trade debtors.
- Monitor accounts receivable for timely cash collection.
- Assist with daily cash flow management.
Tax Compliance
- Prepare monthly BAS reports.
- Compile annual income tax returns.
- Assist with Country by Country Reporting to the ATO as required.
Process and System Improvements
- Identify opportunities for process and system enhancements.
- Take responsibility for deliverables in team projects, especially those focused on process improvement.
Ad-Hoc and Annual Duties
- Support internal and external auditor requests and help prepare year-end statutory accounts.
- Prepare annual financial statements.
- Assist with vendor verification.
- Maintain and improve financial systems.
- Communicate with the ATO/ABR on tax compliance and administrative issues.
