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About Us
Part of the Emirates Group, dnata catering & retail is Australia’s leading inflight catering and retail partner. We support many of the world’s most recognised airlines, delivering award‑winning meals and exceptional service that create memorable in-flight dining experiences for thousands of travelers each day.
About The Role
Join dnata catering & retail Australia as our newest
Group Accountant. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you’ll oversee financial reporting, month-end, compliance, audit and taxation, while providing commercial insights and driving continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
As a trusted 2IC, you will also support the Financial Controller in mentoring and developing the Finance team and building technical capability. Responsibilities include:
- Lead the end-to-end month-end close and preparation of monthly management accounts
- Deliver financial reporting, variance analysis and insights to senior stakeholders
- Maintain balance sheet integrity and oversee reconciliations and journals
- Manage statutory compliance, taxation and audit requirements
- Support budgeting, forecasting and business planning
- Partner with operational stakeholders to improve financial performance and cost control
- Mentor and develop Finance team members, building capability and a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, automation, reporting and controls
About You
You are an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. You will bring:
- CA, CPA or equivalent qualification
- Significant experience in a complex, high-volume or multi-site environment
- Strong technical accounting capability and a solid understanding of IFRS
- Proven experience across month-end, financial reporting, audit and statutory compliance
- Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting and business planning
- Strong leadership and stakeholder skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and influence outcomes
- Advanced Excel and financial systems capability
- A continuous improvement mindset, with a strong eye for detail and a practical approach to solving problems
Benefits
- 5 weeks annual leave and competitive pay rates.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available 24/7.
- Career development and progression.
- Corporate Parking Allowance (Broadbeach).
- Career development and progression supported by dedicated training.
- Discounts at hundreds of retailers, novated leasing and wellbeing resources.
At dnata, we value an inclusive and respectful workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. For support or adjustments, contact [email protected]
The Recruitment process may include interviews, health checks, reference and criminal history checks, and verification of working rights. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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