We are currently looking for a Financial Accountant for a 6-12 month contract to cover Maternity Leave.
Company Overview
Pet Resorts Australia is one of the country’s leading and fastest-growing providers of luxury pet care services. With a focus on premium boarding and doggy daycare, we are proud to be a trusted name among pet owners nationwide. Our dedicated team shares a genuine passion for pets.
We are currently seeking a Financial Accountant to cover a maternity leave contract. This is a great opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to play a key role in our financial operations and contribute to the success of a growing national brand.
Role Summary
As a Financial Accountant at Pet Pro 360, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, and supporting management with insights that drive strategic decisions. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be directly involved in process improvements, efficiency projects, and compliance initiatives that support our financial performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Record financial transactions accurately and timely in the general ledger for 2-4 pet resort entities
- Follow up with individual pet resorts on inconsistencies in the cash receipting process with a view to making recommendations about process improvements
- Manage accruals, prepayments, and depreciation schedules.
- Monitor and assess financial performance, identifying trends, variances, and areas for improvement
- Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities, including reconciliations, accruals, and financial statement preparation.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency
Must Haves
- Reliable mode of transport to our Ingleside office (public transport options are limited)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a financial accounting role
About You
Beyond the essentials, you’ll bring:
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, compliance, and reporting standards
- Proficiency in accounting software (Xero experience an advantage) and MS Excel
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- A passion for continuous improvement – and ideally, a love for pets!
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact during a key period of business growth
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Competitive salary package with benefits
- Dog-friendly work environment – bring your pup to the office 🐾
- Be part of a business that values innovation, integrity, and care
Apply Now
If you are a motivated Financial Accountant seeking a maternity cover contract with a supportive team, we would love to hear from you.