Qualification: CA-Inter/M. Com/B. Com
Experience: 3-4 yrs min in Australian Accounting
Location: Ludhiana
Profile Brief:
A Team Leader Finance & Accounting to oversee the day-to-day finance operations for our Australian-based client. The role involves managing a team that handles general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, tax compliance, and reporting activities aligned with Australian accountingstandards and client-specific SLAs. The ideal candidate must have strong technical knowledge, leadership skills, and prior experience servicing international clients, especially within the Australianbusiness environment.
Job Description:
Finance & Accounting Operations
- Supervise and review daily accounting processes including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, bank reconciliations and month-end/year-end close.
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation of BAS (Business Activity Statements), GST reconciliations, and other statutory obligations.
- Oversee preparation of monthly P&L reports, balance sheet reconciliations, and cash flow analysis.
- Act as the main point of contact for the Australian client for operational and process-related matters.
- Coordinate with client stakeholders to manage expectations, provide regular updates, and resolve escalations.
- Participate in weekly/monthly client meetings and performance reviews.
- Monitor team workload, allocate tasks effectively, and ensure adherence to agreed timelines and quality standards.
- Conduct regular performance appraisals, feedback sessions, and training initiatives.
- Ensure adherence to Australian Accounting Standards (AASB) and internal client controls.
- Drive process improvements and automation initiatives.
Skills Required:
- Hands-on experience working with Australian clients or on Australian accounting processes is mandatory.
- Strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills. Exemplary Written skills.
- Familiarity with AASB, GST, BAS, payroll tax, and superannuation.
- Proficiency in accounting software like Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks.
- Advanced MS Excel skills
- Lead a team of 5-6 accounting professionals, mentor and coach team members to achieve their KPIs.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines.
