We’re on the lookout for a talented and driven Financial Accountant to join our close-knit finance team. Reporting to the Finance Controller, you’ll play a key role in keeping the financial heartbeat of our organisation strong and steady — delivering accurate, timely reporting and supporting sound decision-making across the business.
This is a hybrid role based at our Support Office, offering real flexibility alongside genuine career development opportunities in a growing organisation.
What we Offer:
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Competitive salary + superannuation.
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Hybrid working arrangements for genuine work-life balance.
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A warm, supportive team culture that lives and breathes its values.
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Real opportunity to make an impact in a growing, purpose-driven organisation.
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Professional development support — we invest in your growth.
What You’ll Do:
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Own and drive the month-end and year-end close process, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and adjustments.
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Reconcile and review general ledger balance sheet accounts with accuracy and a sharp eye for detail.
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Maintain the fixed asset register and property lease register (AASB 16).
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Support preparation of monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
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Complete regulatory reporting including BAS, GST, ABS, and FBT preparation.
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Support audit preparation and respond to auditor requests in a timely manner.
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Liaise with Centre Directors and support office teams on financial queries.
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Identify and implement opportunities to improve financial systems and reporting efficiencies.
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Assist with accounts payable, payroll support, cash flow monitoring, and general ledger maintenance as required.
What We’re Looking for
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
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CA/CPA qualified, or actively working towards completion.
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Demonstrated experience in a financial accounting role with solid reconciliation skills.
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Experience with a computerised accounting package — NetSuite highly regarded.
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Sound knowledge of Australian accounting standards (AASB) and taxation obligations (GST, BAS, FBT).
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and ideally exposure to Prolease or Weel.
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Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing month-end priorities calmly and effectively.
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Clear communication skills — you can translate financial information for non-finance stakeholders.
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A current Working with Children Check / Blue Card / WWVP Check (or the ability to obtain one).
About Edge Early Learning
Edge Early Learning is a proudly privately owned early childhood education and care provider, founded in 2017 and operating services across Queensland, South Australia, and the Australian Capital Territory. We believe in creating warm, safe, and inspiring environments — not just for the children in our care, but for every member of our team.
Our values — Wellbeing, Community, and Leadership — guide everything we do. We love what we do, and we have fun doing it. If you’re looking for a role where your work genuinely matters and you’re part of something bigger, we’d love to hear from you.
Edge Early Learning is an equal opportunity employer that understands the importance of creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for our educators and families. We encourage applications from people from all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures - including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders people. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a barrier-free recruitment process.
