Informa Markets Hiring for Assistant Financial Accountant Job at Sydney Full Time

CAPA – Centre for Aviation, part of the Aviation Week Network which is part of Informa Group (10,000+ colleagues), is one of the world’s most trusted sources of market intelligence for the aviation and travel industry. Our unrivalled reputation for independence and integrity means you get the whole story, with powerful data and in-depth insights on the news, issues and trends that are shaping our industry.

Since its establishment in 1990, CAPA has developed a formidable global network of aviation researchers and analysts located across Europe, North America, Asia and Australia. We provide Members with access to more than 1,000 News Briefs each week, as well as Analysis Reports, Research Publications and a comprehensive Data Centre with extensive company profiles, airline and airport databases, and more.

Our sought-after events are hosted virtually and in key markets throughout the year and attract the highest calibre of thought leaders and decision makers globally. With valuable networking opportunities and high-level agendas showcasing an incomparable level of expertise and strategic insight, you’ll stay informed and connected to industry leaders around the world.

As a global leader in aviation knowledge, our aim is to make a difference by providing news, analysis and data that businesses need to stay ahead of the competition. We remain committed to providing CAPA Members with the highest standards of service, giving you an opportunity to connect with aviation and travel industry leaders around the world.

Salary $75-85k AUD + Superannuation depending on experience.

Sydney based but can work remotely and in the office 3-5 days per month.

The Role

You will support the Finance Operations Manager of CAPA through assistance in accounting, finance, and operations. You will ensure that reporting is upkept to a high quality and completed to the standards of Informa and the requirements of the local and global regulatory environment.

Job Summary/Responsibilities

Accounting and Finance

Month end reporting:

• Management of monthly MYOB trial balance and upload into Oracle/TM1 with assistance of the Informa SSC.
• Review of general ledger accounts to ensure they are properly coded and aligned with Informa accounting requirements.
• Identifiying discrepancies in balance sheet and profit and loss accounts.
• Identifiying gaps for improvements in month end reporting.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.

Audit:

• Take accountability over account reconciliations for internal and external audit processes.
• Assist with year-end accounting and reporting processes and liaise with external auditors as required.
• Support the quarterly forecast and annual operating plans/budget processes (P&L, Balance sheet and Capex).

Revenue tracking:

• Management of deferred subscription revenue:
• Tracking of daily revenue flows and reconciling the bookkeeping records with management reporting.
• Forecasting monthly and annual revenue and identifying gaps with management targets.
• Reconciling events contracts with recording of sponsorship revenue.
• Reviewing profit margin and comparing against management targets.
• Reviewing month end reports

Working with 3rd party accountants:

• Balance sheet accounts
• Ensuring that tax/ASIC reporting is processed correctly.
• Global Value Added Tax (VAT) Reporting
• Assisting the CAPA bookkeeper in day to day operations and acting as a backup when required.
• Weekly business operations reporting:
• Review daily business reports and compare historical for assessment of business performance.
• Communicating with key team members within CAPA to check on any discrepancies in reporting.

Banking & Treasury

Cash management

• Ensuring that the business has sufficient ongoing cashflow to meet short and long term obligations.
• Expense Management:
• Assistance in the authorisation of daily expenses.
• Management of capital costs and allocation.
• Monitoring of corporate card expenditure. Including credit limits, proper receipts and allocation in month end reporting.

Qualities needed for the role

• Adaptable: you should be able to pick up new skills to fit the requirements of a changing working environment
• Autonomous: you should be a self starter who is able to work from home and meet targets without micromanagement.
• Be solution focused with the ability to recognise gaps in the business which can be improved upon.
• Strong planning and time management skills, with the ability to self-prioritise to manage multiple tasks at once.
• Analytical thinker with inquisitive mind, asks questions & seeks input, whilst managing risk well

Skills required

Required:

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance Related field
• Previous experience in Month End Reporting
• An understanding financial statements and Australian accounting standards
• Advanced Excel skills
• Understanding of financial modelling

Additional Information

Desired:

o Previous experience in:

• Budgeting and forecasting
• Bookkeeping
• TM1 and Oracle Reporting

o Advanced financial modelling skills

o Understanding of Auditing requirements for statutory filing

o Previous Salesforce experience

o Understanding of local and global tax regulations

o CA Qualified/Partially Qualified