Financial Reporting Analyst

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We are seeking a highly experienced and professional Accountant (Financial Reporting Analyst) to work with the Commissioner and Commission staff.

Summary about this job

Government - Federal

Company: Fair Work Ombudsman

Location: Melbourne

Work type: Full Time

Salary: $123,573 to $144,550 plus 15.4% superannuation

Phone: +61-8-6288-9482

Fax: +61-8-9652-9299

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Who We Are

The Registered Organisations Commission (the Commission) is established by the Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009 (the Act), and is responsible for regulating the activities of federally-registered organisations, their branches and officers. The Commission is staffed by employees of the Fair Work Ombudsman who are provided to the Commission to assist the Registered Organisations Commissioner (the Commissioner) carry out the statutory powers and functions under the Act.

What We Do

The Commissioner is a statutory office holder responsible for providing education, assistance and advice, ensuring compliance and undertaking enforcement to promote the efficient management of registered organisations and the delivery of high standards of accountability to their members under the Act. The Commission’s functions are allocated into three streams being Education and Reporting, Financial Analysis and Compliance and Investigation.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a highly experienced and professional Accountant (Financial Reporting Analyst) to work with the Commissioner, Commission staff and registered organisations to provide professional accounting and auditing advice in relation to the financial reporting obligations specified in the Act.

To be successful in this role, you will be capable of providing practical accounting and auditing advice based on your experience with preparing, auditing or assessing financial statements, comprehensive knowledge of the Australian Accounting Standards and Australian Auditing Standards and a proven track-record of achieving results within short timeframes or under pressure.

You will have the ability to demonstrate good judgment, initiative, undertake high level financial analysis and problem solving and respond to changing and competing demands.

Mandatory

You will need to hold tertiary qualifications in accounting, commerce, business or a related field from an Australian University (or overseas equivalent qualification) and membership with a professional body such as CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia New Zealand. 

The successful candidate will have previous experience in preparing general purpose financial reports in accordance with the Australian Accounting Standards.  Previous experience in auditing general purpose financial reports in accordance with the Australian Auditing Standards will be highly regarded.

Typical Duties

  • Provide specialist advice to external clients in relation to the record keeping and financial reporting obligations of registered organisations under the Act, and in particular regarding the requirements of, and compliance by registered organisations with the Australian Accounting Standards and Australian Auditing Standards.
  • Assess financial reports and associated documentation lodged with the Commission by registered organisations to determine whether they meet legislative requirements.  Prepare correspondence to registered organisations regarding compliance.
  • Lead public information sessions for registered organisations and industry stakeholders regarding financial reporting obligations of registered organisations.  Prepare materials to assist registered organisations in meeting their financial reporting obligations.
  • Assist the Commissioner and the Delegate in conducting inquiries and investigations regarding compliance by registered organisations with their financial reporting obligations, including providing advice, analysis and recommendations to the Commissioner and the Delegate regarding possible contraventions of the Act.
  • Provide specialist, practical and impartial advice and support to senior managers and staff within the Commission.
  • Facilitate cooperation, build partnerships and work collaboratively with key stakeholders to ensure high quality support and services are provided to the Commission and registered organisations.

How to Apply

If you are excited about the opportunity of working with us, please provide a copy of your resume and tell us in no more than 1000 words:

  • Why you want to apply for this role.
  • How your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications make you the best candidate for this opportunity.

All applications must be submitted via our online application system through the FWO website

If you would like any further information about the position or the selection process, please email the Recruitment Team at [email protected].

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