Senior Financial Accountant

Our Finance team supports all offices across Australia, driving collaboration and innovation through regular collaboration and project brainstorming sessions. We’re more than just numbers—we’re a close-knit team that thrives on learning, sharing, and growing together.

Expect a dynamic environment where teamwork leads to new skills, fresh ideas, and strong connections across the department.

As Senior Financial Accountant, you’ll support the Financial Controller and Head of Finance in delivering commercial insights and ensuring strong financial governance. Your work will directly influence strategic decisions and operational excellence across the firm.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with local and international standards
• Conduct general ledger reconciliations and ensure financial data accuracy
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations including GST, PAYG, WHT, Payment Times Reporting, and corporate tax
• Lead the Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) process, including data collection, calculation, lodgement, and compliance
• Support bi-annual bank covenant reporting in accordance with facility agreements
• Liaise with external auditors and tax advisors during audits and reviews
• Collaborate with department heads on budgeting and forecasting
• Provide commercial support through financial analysis and reporting
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial operations
• Mentor and support junior finance team members

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 2+ years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within legal or professional services
• CPA or CA qualification is essential
• Demonstrated expertise in Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) compliance and reporting
• Strong knowledge of Australian and International accounting standards and tax legislation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly
• Strong stakeholder engagement and customer-focused approach
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a virtual team
• Willingness to learn and adopt new systems and tools

About us

We're a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.

At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion is not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.

We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.

Where local legislation permits, we will conduct relevant pre-engagement screening checks prior to your first day.