Senior Financial Accountant

About the Company

Operating under the Pallas Group, Pallas Capital is a dedicated debt and equity fund manager focusing on financing commercial real estate across Australia and New Zealand. This firm addresses a notable gap in Australia's mid-tier property market, exacerbated by a shortage of trustworthy, non-bank lending options. Complementing this, Fortis manages a property development portfolio exceeding $750 million, with an additional $560 million in projects scheduled for completion within the year.

Due to ongoing expansion, Pallas Capital invites applications for a Senior Financial Accountant to join its Sydney Head Office in Double Bay. This role reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and entails oversight of financial reporting, controls, and operational finance for multiple entities within the group. The position requires full-time attendance at the office throughout the week.

Primary Duties

• Conduct bank reconciliations for various corporate entities.
• Compile and evaluate monthly management accounts accompanied by analytical commentary and variance assessments.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing procedures for multiple entities.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of the general ledger, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare statutory financial statements and manage coordination for external reporting obligations.
• File BAS/IAS returns and support tax compliance legislation adherence.
• Review calculations related to interest, loan positions, and undertake reconciliations.
• Serve as the key liaison for external auditors and facilitate audit processes.
• Develop audit schedules, address auditor inquiries, and ensure prompt audit finalization.
• Maintain adherence to regulatory frameworks and internal risk protocols.
• Enhance internal controls, financial processes, and ensure current documentation of policies, procedures, and workflows.
• Identify and implement process enhancements, automation solutions, and industry best practices.
• Proactively escalate issues and actively contribute to their resolution.

Candidate Profile

• Possession of a tertiary degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related fields.
• Minimum of three years accounting experience, preferably in financial services, fund management, or lending sectors, with familiarity in trust accounting and multi-entity environments.
• Proven experience managing audits, financial reporting duties, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficient with accounting software such as MYOB Acumatica, Xero, or counterparts.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities are essential.
• Strong grasp of financial reporting and reconciliation procedures.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on internal control mechanisms.
• Capable of managing several deadlines simultaneously in a dynamic setting.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder communication skills.
• A proactive mindset committed to continuous process improvement.

About Working at Pallas Group

Pallas Group fosters an entrepreneurial culture within a fast-growing, youthful company. It emphasizes growth and rewarding high performers with opportunities for impact and advancement. The collaborative work atmosphere encourages ownership and development as the business continues to expand, while genuinely caring for employee well-being both professionally and personally.