Financial Accountant (Brisbane)

Brisbane (Geebung), QLD | Full-Time | Permanent

Global company, Brisbane HQ - work across multi-entity, multi-currency financials with an international team

Broad, high-impact role with high ownership. Salary commensurate with intermediate accountancy experience + private health insurance + benefits

Our client is an Australian subsidiary of a global leader in its sector, headquartered in Canada with over 2,000 points of service worldwide. Operating a leading franchise-based network across Australia, the business is built on a foundation of entrepreneurship and innovation and continues to grow nationally and internationally. Based at their Brisbane HQ (Geebung), this is a rare opportunity to join a high‑performing finance team that operates at both a local and global level.

Reporting to the Business Manager, the Financial Accountant will take full ownership of the accounting cycle across designated entities, working collaboratively with a global finance team to support the Australian market. This is a hands‑on, high‑visibility role suited to a detail‑oriented professional who thrives managing high‑volume transactional work and contributing to process improvement in a growing, dynamic business.

• Own the trial balance and month‑end close for designated entities, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
• Work across multiple entities and currencies, maintaining financial integrity across the global group
• Process Accounts Payable, including corporate credit cards, and prepare transactions for approval
• Monitor and manage aged receivables, including monthly reporting
• Consolidate and review weekly cash flow forecasts to support strong liquidity oversight
• Prepare and lodge required tax reports and set up payments for approval
• Liaise with the global finance team on audit queries, accruals, and reporting requirements
• Manage interest calculations, payments, and rollover requirements as part of budgeting activities
• Maintain fixed asset registers, including depreciation schedules
• Support the operations team with financial analysis and accounting advice for the franchise network
• Identify opportunities to strengthen processes, improve efficiency, and enhance financial controls

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Intermediate experience in business accounting
• Strong knowledge of the complete accounting cycle
• Experience with intercompany eliminations and multi‑currency environments
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in accounting systems
• Knowledge of Microsoft Business Central 365 — highly regarded
• Experience in franchising — an advantage
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high‑volume transactional work

If you are a motivated accounting professional ready to step into a broad, impactful role with a globally connected organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your resume to:

Hayley James | Founder & CEO The Making Corporation, on behalf of our client