Senior Financial Accountant (City of Sydney)

Brazilian Rare Earths Limited | Sydney, Australia | Hybrid – office in the CBD | Annual remuneration: $135,000 (incl. super) + Bonus based on performance Brazilian Rare Earths Limited (BRE) is an ASX-listed resources company focused on the exploration and development of rare earth deposits in Brazil. With head office in Australia and operations in Brazil, BRE is at an exciting stage of corporate and operational growth. This role presents a compelling opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of a broad remit, work closely with senior leadership, and contribute to a significant period in the company’s development. Summary of Role Brazilian Rare Earths Limited (BRE) is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accountant on a full-time basis, to support the BRE and related companies as the Group scales its operations and progresses its ASX-listed activities. This role supports the day-to-day finance and administration function for BRE’s Group, with a particular focus on financial reporting, bookkeeping in Xero, accounts payable, and tax compliance. The position is based in Sydney on a hybrid working arrangement and reports to the Group Financial Controller, working closely with the Group CFO and Brazil-based finance team. Principal Accountabilities
- Prepare the financial consolidation for BRE and related entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with IFRS.
- Prepare consolidated financial statements, quarterly ASX report and monthly group reporting packages, including intercompany eliminations and reconciliations.
- Liaise with the Brazil-based finance team to obtain and reconcile financial data required for consolidated group reporting.
- Deliver monthly reporting in accordance with IFRS and BRE Group accounting policies.
- Maintain all financial transactions for Australian entities, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in Xero.
- Manage month-end close processes including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and bank reconciliations.
- Maintain all formal finance policies, procedures, and processes, recommending and implementing improvements as required.
- Provide day-to-day oversight of financial systems, databases, and accounting software, including user access and appropriate segregation of duties. Accounts Payable & Treasury
- Maintain the end-to-end accounts payable function including invoice processing, approvals, coding, and payment runs.
- Ensure all financial liabilities are settled on time and in accordance with BRE policies and procedures.
- Maintain and update the Cash Flow & Forecast, reporting variances to management. Tax Compliance & Advisory
- Support compliance with Australian tax obligations including GST, PAYG withholding and corporate income tax, working with external advisors as needed.
- Manage tax lodgements and reporting deadlines, coordinating with external tax advisors as required. Audit & Internal Controls
- Responsible for day-to-day oversight of financial internal controls across the Australian entities.
- Liaise with external auditors on audit requests and supporting documentation, assisting the annual and half year statutory audit processes.
- Ensure annual statutory accounts are finalised in accordance with group and local legal deadlines.
- Maintain and continuously improve the internal control setting, documenting policies and procedures. Planning & Business Support
- Collaborate with the Brazil-based FP&A; team to develop and maintain budgets and long-term strategic financial models.
- Provide timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial reports, and financial forecasts. Required Qualifications & Experience
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Membership of, or progress toward, a professional accounting body
- Chartered Accountants ANZ, CPA Australia, or IPA Australia.
- Minimum 5+ years of financial management experience, ideally with exposure to multiple jurisdictions.
- Demonstrated experience maintaining financial consolidations, including for listed entities.
- Strong hands‑on proficiency with Xero accounting software.
- Microsoft 365 suite and Large Language Model (LLM) prompting skills.
- Knowledge of IFRS and Australian tax compliance requirements (GST, PAYG, CIT).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to present financial information to executive and board audiences.
- Hands‑on, proactive style with high standards of accuracy and thoroughness.
- Ability to plan for the long term while effectively managing short-term operational demands. Highly Regarded (Desirable but not essential attributes)
- Exposure to the mining, resources, or exploration sector is a plus.
- Big 4 or leading mid‑tier public accounting firm training background.
- Portuguese language ability is a bonus given the Group’s Brazilian operations.
- Experience supporting ASX and/or US‑listed entities.
- Exposure to multi‑currency accounting. Candidates must have full working rights in Australia. Annual Remuneration: $135,000 (incl. super) + Bonus based on performance. This is a full‑time position based in Sydney, Australia, offered on a hybrid working arrangement. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rta3n