Senior Manager - Finance Operations

Ensure accurate and timely completion of month-end and year-end close processes, including:
Reviewing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
Managing monthly prepayments and accruals
Recording payroll accruals, including leave entitlement
Monitor and analyze monthly overhead variances and cost allocations (e.g., rent, insurance, depreciation), and investigate any discrepancies.
Ensure compliance with statutory and external obligations, including BAS, deferred GST on imports, FBT, transfer pricing, and PAYG.
Prepare and finalize tax workpapers, including reconciliation between accounting and taxable profit, with appropriate supporting documentation.
Maintain and update fixed asset registers, ensuring accurate useful lives and depreciation rates.
Process accounting entries related to asset acquisitions and disposals.
Support audit readiness by preparing required documentation and responding to audit queries.
Provide ongoing support to the senior finance team as required.

The candidate should be able to work onsite according to the Australian calendar and shift.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
CBA or CCA qualification of CA Sri Lanka is mandatory.
Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience, including at least 4 years in a senior-level role, with hands-on exposure to Australian clients.
Strong understanding of accounting standards and tax compliance, with hands-on experience in year-end processes and the practical application of accounting principles.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, coupled with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and detail-oriented approach to financial management.
Demonstrated experience in managing year-end financial close processes, statutory reporting, and audit preparation.
Solid knowledge of Australian taxation compliance, including BAS, GST, PAYG, FBT, and related reporting, is preferred.