Financial Accountant

DLA Piper

Financial Accountant providing commercial support and ensuring financial governance in Australia. Collaborating within a legal environment and assisting in statutory compliance activities.

Posted 4/20/2026full-time🇦🇺 AustraliaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the preparation and review of monthly management accounts
Prepare and post journal entries and complete general ledger reconciliations
Manage the maintenance of the Fixed Asset Register
Lead the preparation and completion of monthly office bank reconciliations
Ensure compliance with statutory obligations including GST
Support the Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) process
Support the external audit by providing detailed and accurate workpapers
Prepare and distribute accurate financial reports
Identify and implement process improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in accounting
1-2+ years' experience in a similar role within a legal or professional service environment
Part-qualified or qualified CPA or CA preferable
Advanced Excel and large data management skills desirable
Strong verbal and written communication skills
High attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development opportunities
Flexible work arrangements

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Hard Skills & Tools

journal entriesgeneral ledger reconciliationsFixed Asset Register managementbank reconciliationsfinancial reportingprocess improvementsGST complianceFringe Benefits Tax (FBT)data managementExcel

Soft Skills

verbal communicationwritten communicationattention to detailorganizational skills

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in accountingCPACA