Accountant - Full Time (flexible office/work from home opportunities)

Description:

Introduction:

About Summerland

Welcome to Summerland, where banking meets community values. We are a customer-owned bank and a certified B Corporation, dedicated to serving the residents of a vibrant Northern Rivers Region. At Summerland, we prioritise the well-being of our customers and our environment, ensuring that every financial decision we make aligns with our commitment to social and environmental responsibility. As we continue to grow, we are seeking passionate individuals who share our vision and want to contribute to the positive impact we make in our community. Join us and become part of a team that values integrity, sustainability, and the power of banking for sustainable community.

About The Opportunity

As the Accountant, you will be focused on delivering accurate and timely reporting on the performance of the Bank.

Key Responsibilities:

• Balance sheet management
• Reconciliations
• Ability to work with the greater finance team on other key operational processes and plans
  
  
  

You will work closely with your team as well as other stakeholders in the Bank and will be integral to share and gain insight to ensure the Bank is making well-informed financial decision.

You will be part of a six (6) person strong team that focuses on delivering to the business their responsibilities to a high standard. Skills in numeracy, use of systems, communication and troubleshooting will be invaluable.

Whilst advantageous, it is not essential for you to have a background in financial operations of a Bank. What is most important is that your personal values align with our culture; possessing a positive can-do attitude and the ability to manage a highly successful finance operation.

This role provides career opportunities to other back-office functions in a financial institution.

A Day in the Life of the Accountant

• Work as a team with fellow finance professionals to complete team responsibilities on time and accurately
• Exposure to financial accounting daily
• Access and extract information from various systems to analyse performance and transactions
• Regularly updating knowledge about accounting and other regulation changes
• Regularly communicate to colleagues across the business and with third parties.
• Be brave and work with other departments to educate, better understand their area and share financial insight.
  
  
  

Working for Summerland

Our values are:

• People Matter Most
• Be Brave
• Default to Positivity
• Make Each Other Proud
• Keep it Simple
  
  
  

Our value of 'People Matter Most' is the cornerstone of Summerland as we know our people are integral to the success of the business. Summerland is committed to creating a culture that enables staff to reach their full potential. Our people are guided by the customer-owned banking philosophy with staff working together with an approach that is collaborative, open, and transparent to ensure the sustainability of community. This is evidenced by Summerland being awarded the Kincentric Best Employer Award for the past three years.

What We Can Offer

In return for your hard work and dedication you will receive:

• Attractive Salary + 11% Super
• Additional 5 days leave
• Access to paid volunteer leave
• Concessions on retail banking and loan products
  
  
  

Other benefits include:

• Transformational culture - awarded Kincentric Best Employer 2020, 2021 & 2022
• Extensive development and recognition program
• Flexible working options
• Wellbeing framework including Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Working with a professional, passionate, and friendly team
  
  
  

Description:

Join our team. Apply today!

If you are interested in progressing your career in finance and accounting within the financial services space, the Accountant role at Summerland is your next step towards a fulfilling career working alongside other finance professionals and be in a diverse and inclusive culture that is local and community focused.

Recruitment Pack & Position Description

To view the Position Description, please visit our Careers page.

Click "Apply' and upload your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria in your application.

Applications Close Friday 03 May 2024.

For further information about the position details or if you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role, please contact People & Culture on 1300 728 728

Skills and Experiences:

Our Recruitment Process

Summerland promotes a culture that actively seeks to include, welcome, and value diversity to enable people to contribute their best work. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job.

Our screening process will include a mixture of online screening and assessment tools. As a guide, you should expect the process to include the following components:

• Resume and Cover Letter Screening
• Initial Phone Interview
• Live Online or Face-to-Face Interviews
  
  
  

If you are passionate about this role, and can demonstrate the skills and experience required, then we look forward to hearing from you.

To find out more about Summerland, our culture and benefits, please visit: www.summerland.com.au