Job Description
Job Title:  Financial Accountant
Req Id:  2362
Posting Start Date:  4/14/26

HGS is a global leader in customer experience management. With more than 18,000 employees spread across 9 countries, our mission is to make our clients more competitive by providing exceptional experiences. Powered by a people first philosophy and experience serving over 1100 of the world’s leading brands, HGS is the perfect place to build your future!

Job Description: 

 

The Financial Accountant will supervise day-to-day financial transactions, support project accounting, and ensure accurate reporting across manufacturing and service operations, working closely with project managers, procurement, engineering, and leadership teams.

Key Position Accountabilities

Financial Reporting & Compliance

  • Supervise month-end close, perform balance sheet reconciliations, prepare management accounts and ensure ledger integrity

  • Ensure ATO compliance (BAS, GST, FBT), coordinate year-end audit and produce financial statements

Budgeting & Forecasting

  • Provide analysis on financial performance vs budget and forecasts and collaborate with teams on cost drivers and projections

  • Coordinate forecasting processes and assist in annual budgets and strategic financial plans

Inventory & Project Cost Accounting

  • Lead inventory reconciliation, analyse inventory movement, forecast requirements and maintain balance sheet integrity

  • Track project cost allocation, monitor profitability/WIP, and liaise with project managers on variances

Payroll Processing & Control

  • Process payroll, onboarding, records, terminations and resolve discrepancies

  • Ensure compliance with payroll obligations and prepare payroll reconciliations

Process Improvement & System Administration

  • Analyse workflows, identify automation opportunities and enhance internal controls

  • Maintain finance policies, Chart of Accounts, cost centres and system updates

 

Key Qualifications, Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in manufacturing/FMCG, construction or logistics

  • Understanding of inventory valuation, cost allocation and WIP accounting

  • Advanced MS Excel and ERP systems

 

 

As an equal opportunity employer, HGS is dedicated to diversity, inclusivity and Equity. HGS does not discriminate on the basis of the race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability, or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment. We believe in the power of diversity to create an environment where every individual excels, and our diverse customer and colleague base is deeply understood.