Financial Accountant

We are looking for a Financial Accountant to join our Finance team based in our Sydney office, conveniently located in St Leonards (next to the train station). This is a full-time, 12-month fixed term contract (maternity leave).

You will be part of a highly visible and interactive team, where you will be responsible for general financial accounting activities of the organization primarily interpreting accounting data and preparing journal entries.

Key responsibilities:

• Performs monthly close process through the preparation of journal entries, maintenance general ledger, and preparation of account reconciliations.
• Provides specialized or general analysis support in various accounting functions.
• Interprets accounting data, analyzes reports and recommends action to be taken.
• Assists with the preparation of financial statements and completion of the annual statutory audit.
• Preparation of other compliance related activities.
• Assist with Accounts Payable queries.
• Assists in the development and installation of accounting systems.
• Assists with maintaining a strong control environment and improving procedures and controls.
• Assists with the preparation of complex federal, local or state reports and tax returns.

Key requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting / Finance required with a minimum of 2 to 5 years of work experience in Accounting or Finance.
• Knowledge and understanding of general accounting principles and concepts.
• Strong internal and external customer service orientation.
• Ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization including senior level management.
• Proficient with excel and ability to apply complex formula to tasks. Knowledge of PeopleSoft or Oracle is advantageous.  
• High level of personal motivation and a results-oriented approach.
• Ability to work independently in a team environment with minimal supervision.  Good oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical ability.
• Ability to work and adapt to different foreign cultures.
• Full working rights in Australia

At IQVIA, we believe in pushing the boundaries of human science and data science to make the biggest impact possible – to help our customers create a healthier world. The advanced analytics, technology solutions and contract research services we provide to the life sciences industry are made possible by our 70,000+ employees around the world who apply their insight, curiosity and intellectual courage every step of the way. Learn more at jobs.iqvia.com.