About Geely:
• Geely is a global leader in smart electric vehicles and automotive innovation.
• Own iconic brands like Geely Auto, Zeekr, Volvo, Polestar, Lotus, and hold a 17% stake in Aston Martin.
• With $100B+ assets and 140,000+ employees worldwide.
• 30,000+ engineers & designers across China, Sweden, the UK, the U.S., and Germany.
• 4,000+ sales/service locations worldwide.
• Fortune Global 500 company for 13 consecutive years.
• Pioneering AI-driven automotive solutions with one of the largest cloud computing centers (1.02 Exaflops/sec).
• Geely’s Geespace launched 20 satellites to enable safe autonomous driving.
• World-class digitalisation and AI-driven manufacturing.
• Mission & Vision: A Sustainable Future, A Better World
• Core Value: Truth-seeking & practical, hardworking & enterprising, collaborative & innovative
• Culture: Achiever, Problem-Solving, Benchmarking, Compliance
Why Join Us:
• Opportunity to join a dynamic and fast-growing automotive brand.
• Exposure to both local operations and international group reporting.
• Supportive and collaborative finance team with growth opportunities.
• Competitive salary and professional development support.
About the Role:
• We are seeking a Financial Accountant with a strong background in professional services (e.g., Big 4 or mid-tier firm) to join our growing finance team. This role will be responsible for supporting month-end close, statutory reporting, audit processes and tax compliance. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors to ensure accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement of financial processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Month-End & Reporting
• Prepare month-end journals including accruals, prepayments, and reclassifications.
• Perform GL reconciliations and variance analyses.
• Support preparation of monthly management reporting and analysis for leadership.
Financial Statements & Audit
• Prepare annual General Purpose Financial Statements (GPFS) in accordance with AASB/IFRS.
• Coordinate year-end statutory audit with external auditors, ensuring timely completion and clean audit outcomes.
• Maintain supporting documentation and schedules for all balance sheet items.
Tax & Compliance
• Prepare BAS, FBT, and payroll tax returns in a timely and accurate manner.
• Support annual income tax return preparation and liaise with external tax advisors.
Process Improvement & Controls
• Assist in streamlining finance processes and strengthening internal controls.
• Support ERP integration and data reconciliation between systems.
• Contribute to documentation of accounting policies and procedures.
Preferred competencies:
• Degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Finance.
• Working towards CA/CPA.
• 2–5 years of experience in business services at a Big 4 or mid-tier accounting firm.
• Strong knowledge of AASB/IFRS, taxation, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Hands-on experience with BAS, FBT, and income tax return preparation.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Pentana).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Office & Transport:
• The primary workplace is based in Sydney at our newly renovated modern office with electric adjustable sit-stand desks.
• Only a 4 mins walk from Macquarie Park Metro station to our office, easy driving access via A3, Epping Rd, and M2 nearby.
