Senior Accounting Specialist - AP & Payroll, XERO

Hyderabad - WFO

Full Time

Australia Time Zone: 7 AM - 4 PM IST

ERP: Xero

Qualification: CA (Chartered Accountant)

8+ years of experience

Role Overview

We are looking for a CA-qualified Finance skilled with robust experience in accounting, financial reporting, tax compliance, payroll, and month-end activities. The role will manage day-to-day finance operations, support management reporting and business analytics, and ensure timely and accurate statutory compliance across Australia and the US.

Key Responsibilities
Manage month-end close activities, including capitalization and financial reconciliations.
Oversee Accounts Payable, including invoice review/approval and supplier payment reviews.
Manage and review payroll processing, currently outsourced to a third-party provider.
Prepare and monitor cash flow forecasts and working capital requirements.
Review and oversee monthly Business Activity Statements (BAS).
Review International Sales Tax lodgements on a monthly and quarterly basis.
Review Payroll Tax and WorkCover submissions on a fortnightly basis.
Support preparation of monthly management reports and financial analysis.




Support business analytics and reporting using Looker.
Coordinate tax compliance, including US and Australian tax returns and FBT.
Ensure accurate and timely maintenance of financial records in Xero.
Provide day-to-day finance support, financial insights, and analysis to management.
Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, controls, and reporting efficiency.

Requirements

Required Skills & Experience
CA qualification is mandatory.
Strong experience in accounting and finance operations, preferably within an Australian business environment.
Good knowledge of Australian taxation, BAS, payroll tax, WorkCover, FBT, and sales tax requirements.
Experience managing month-end close, AP, payroll, cash flow, and management reporting.
Hands-on experience with Xero.
Experience with Looker or similar business intelligence/reporting tools is preferred.
Exposure to US tax compliance is highly desirable.
Robust analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple finance activities and deadlines.

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