nXscale provides flexible outsourcing solutions for startups and scaleups. We partner with global companies to help them build teams and scale operations.

Our client is on a mission to revolutionize the way buildings are managed for a sustainable future. Their products simplify complex building data and technology, empowering building owners and operators to easily combat the climate crisis.

We’re looking for a vibrant and energetic Senior Financial Accountant to join our client's growing team! In this key role, you will be responsible for managing core financial operations across multiple regions—primarily Australia—with a focus on accounting processes, month-end reporting, accounts payable and receivable, payroll support, and revenue recognition. You’ll collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors to ensure financial data is accurate, timely, and compliant. You’ll also play an active role in identifying opportunities to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency. If you're a proactive, detail-oriented professional with strong interpersonal skills and a passion for finance, we’d love to hear from you!

What you will do:

Financial Operations & Reporting: Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are recorded in compliance with relevant accounting standards.
Prepare interim management accounts and financial statements, including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reports, across three international entities (Australia, Ireland, and the United States) using Xero.
Oversee day-to-day accounting processes to support smooth financial operations and timely month-end closings.
Manage and update the monthly Finance Dashboard using Looker Studio, providing comprehensive insights through dashboard summaries to support decision-making.
Monthly closing
Posting all required journals (AL, FBT, payroll tax, EMEA payroll, US payroll, accrual, deferred revenue, etc)
Finalising Deferred revenue, prepaid, and accrual sheets
Consolidation via a ScaleXP, etc
Managing accounts payable and receivable
Oversee the full Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) cycle, including invoice processing, customer billing, and cash collections, to ensure timely and accurate financial transactions.
Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to resolve payment discrepancies and maintain compliance with applicable tax laws and financial regulations.
Tax compliance: Ensure adherence to tax regulations through accurate preparation of tax returns and effective management of tax liabilities.
APAC: GST, FBT, Payroll Tax (NSW, VIC, QLD),
EMEA: VAT, VIES, Annual RTD return (Nov-Dec VAT)
US: sales tax with the support of a local consultant (Colorado and South Carolina states)
Assist the external consultants/accountants with any ad hoc tasks
Revenue recognition and managing sales master
Maintaining the sales master file with all records and ARR changes (new logos, expansion, churn and downsell)
Review the monthly accuracy, manually enter the FX rate for EMEA and USA
Update the Looker Studio tab for accuracy in the dashboard
Payroll support
APAC: managing payroll in Xero with the support of payroll advisors
EMEA: providing all payroll-related information to our local payroll providers
US: managing payroll in Rippling
Managing the renewals master file
Tracking renewal status and coordinating with the customer success team
Maintaining renewal records up-to-date

Who you are:

Relevant Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years in a similar finance or accounting role.
Accounting Expertise: Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices, with hands-on experience in financial reporting.
Month-End Closing: Proficient in journal postings (e.g., accruals, deferred revenue, payroll taxes) and managing monthly close processes.
Revenue Recognition: Familiarity with tracking ARR and revenue movements, including new sales, expansions, and churn, and maintaining accurate sales master data.
Tax Compliance: Basic understanding of tax obligations across multiple jurisdictions, including GST, FBT, and Payroll Tax (Australia), VAT and VIES (Ireland), and US Sales Tax, with support from external advisors.
Systems Proficiency: Skilled in Xero accounting software, with advanced capabilities in Excel and Google Sheets. Experience with Rippling or similar payroll systems is a plus.
Organizational Skills: Exceptionally well-organized with strong attention to detail; able to juggle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

We are an equal opportunity recruiter and employer and value diversity most at nXscale. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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