Sydney CBD | Full-Time | On-Site (5 Days)
WHO WE ARE
Founded in 2013 as Scape Australia, leaders in student housing, we've since grown into a vertically integrated living platform known as The Living Company; managing $17B in assets across Student Living (Scape), Rent to Live – Affordable Housing (RTL Co.), and Retirement Living (Aveo); spanning site origination, investment, planning, design, development, construction, and operations.
The Living Company is reshaping the way Australians live by delivering sustainable, community-driven, and high-quality spaces across the country.
THE ROLE
As an Accountant, you'll play a key role in supporting the financial performance of our business through accurate reporting, analysis and financial control. Working closely with operational stakeholders, you'll gain exposure across month-end reporting, budgeting, forecasting, tax, compliance and business partnering activities.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded accountant looking to broaden their experience within a large, complex and growing organisation.
Day-to-day you will be (but not limited to):
- Preparing month-end journals, reconciliations and financial reports
- Supporting the delivery of accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes
- Assisting with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
- Supporting statutory reporting, audits and compliance requirements
- Preparing tax information and working with external advisors
- Managing intercompany transactions and balance reconciliations
- Assisting with cash management and treasury activities
- Partnering with operational teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making
- Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes, systems and controls
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- CA or CPA qualified, or working towards completion
- Experience in financial accounting, management reporting or a similar role
- Strong understanding of Australian accounting principles and financial reporting
- Experience supporting month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations
- Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with large datasets
- Experience using ERP systems such as NetSuite or similar
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to stakeholder management
WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN?
- Be part of a purpose-led organisation shaping how Australians live
- Exposure to a large, diversified living platform with real scale and complexity
- Strong focus on wellbeing, growth, and inclusive culture
- Competitive rewards, recognition programs, and lifestyle benefits
INTERESTED? HERE'S HOW TO APPLY
If this sounds like your next career move, we'd love to hear from you - apply now with your CV.
Please note that we will be reviewing applications and contacting candidates on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.
No agencies please.
At The Living Company, we honour and welcome the rich heritage and contributions of First Nations and Indigenous peoples. Our workplace embraces diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment that respects and values your culture, traditions, and perspectives. Join us in building a harmonious and empowered community where everyone's voice is heard and celebrated.
