Accountant

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Based in Canberra, EOS Australia is part of Electro Optic Systems, a leading Australian technology company specialising in advanced defence, space and security solutions. With decades of experience in designing, developing and manufacturing high‑precision systems such as remote weapon stations, counter‑drone technology and optical surveillance, EOS operates globally across defence and critical technology markets and is an ASX-listed company. The company values innovation, excellence and operational integrity. EOS is now seeking a qualified Accountant to support its financial operations and contribute to the company’s continued growth and success.

Role: Full time

Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 per annum (depending on experience and skills)

Location: In office in Symonston, ACT

Responsibilities:

1. Prepare accounts receivable invoices in accordance with the revenue recognition principles ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards.
2. Actively collaborate with project managers to ensure all necessary documentation has been obtained when issuing and calculating accounts receivable invoices to international customers.
3. Generate end of month reports in relation to Accounts Receivable balances and ensure that outstanding customer payments have been actioned.
4. Provide analysis, prepare reports, and provide advice on business transactions
5. Prepare financial statements for presentation to management, and statutory bodies.
6. Prepare BAS, PAYG and FBT returns for domestic entities in accordance with regulatory timeframes.
7. Prepare reports and analyse operating costs, income, and expenditure to improve financial performance.
8. Contribute to ensuring the accuracy of financial reports and their compliance with statutory requirements.
9. Assist in the timely and accurate preparation of half-year and annual financial reports, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and assist with internal and external audit information requests
10. Perform analysis of transactions, and expense allocations to maintain financial integrity, strengthen internal controls, and support effective cash flow management
11. Contribute to the implementation and maintenance of accounting systems, providing input on the selection of computer-based solutions.
12. Conduct and prepare thorough financial reconciliations to ensure the precision and integrity of financial data in compliance with accounting standards and regulations. This includes completing reconciliations on a timely basis, ensuring that any variances are identified, documented and appropriately resolved.
13. Maintain and enhance internal control systems to safeguard financial integrity.

Requirements:

1. Tertiary qualifications in an accounting related discipline and progression towards CA/CPA membership or equivalent.
2. Minimum 1-2 years of Australian accounting experience
3. Demonstrated experience working within a multinational organisation or a consolidated group of entities.
4. In-depth understanding of Australian taxation and compliance regulations
5. Demonstrated experience working within a cloud-based ERP environment (e.g. Epicor or similar financial and management information system) is essential
6. Strong Excel skills and/or experience with PowerQuery or PowerBI

Skills & Competencies:

1. Ability to problem solve and perform tasks with high attention to detail
2. Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
3. Excellent communication skills and proactive, can-do attitude
4. Understanding of accounting for foreign currency transactions is highly desirable but not essential.

Australian Citizens/Permanent Residents are encouraged to apply.

If this sounds like the role for you, please apply by submitting your resume and cover letter via the facilities provided on this website. Due to the high volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Please answer the questions below while applying for the role:

- Why do you think you fit in this role?

- Do you have relevant qualifications for the role?

- Do you have at least 1 year of work experience in accounting?