Financial Accountant (6 Month Contract)

About Us

The G’day Group comprises three leading Australian tourism brands in Discovery Parks, G’day Parks and loyalty program G’day Rewards. Employing more than 2,500 people Australia-wide, G’day Group has a truly national footprint of over 300 holiday parks, including 95 fully owned and operated parks and Resorts. The largest park network in the country, we’re about authentic Australian holiday experiences and inviting all Aussies to say g’day to more of Australia.

We’re on a journey of growth and evolution to reshape the industry, offering the best customer experience underpinned by the best technology. Each year, we showcase the true Australia to millions of guests and we are the co-custodians of some of the country’s most treasured places; a privilege we don’t take lightly. With eyes on domestic and regional tourism like never before, we are building a passionate, adaptable, high-performance team to create holiday memories that put a smile in every G’day.

About the Role

Reporting to the Financial Accounting Manager this position will play a key role in supporting the financial management, reporting and compliance activities across our park operations. This role will also assist with the integration of newly acquired parks into existing finance systems, processes and governance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including journals, reconciliations, accruals and month-end processes for allocated parks and entities
• Support financial reporting, variance analysis and management reporting to ensure accurate and timely financial insights

Bank Reconciliations & Cash Management

• Perform daily and month-end bank reconciliations and monitor cash transactions alongside Accounts Officers
• Support treasury activities while ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial records and transactions

Accounts Processing & Operational Support

• Support invoicing, supplier reconciliations and general accounting administration across operational entities
• Partner with operational stakeholders to resolve financial queries and maintain accurate financial data across systems

Integration & System Support

• Support the integration of newly acquired parks into finance systems, reporting structures and standardised procedures
• Contribute to finance transformation, process improvement initiatives and the implementation of financial controls

Compliance & Controls

• Support compliance with statutory, tax, audit and internal policy requirements, including audit preparation activities
• Maintain adherence to internal controls and governance frameworks through accurate documentation and reporting

About You

You are a collaborative and proactive finance professional with strong technical accounting capability and excellent attention to detail. You enjoy improving processes, building relationships and working within a dynamic operational environment.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Degree qualification in Accounting, Finance or related discipline
• 3–4 years’ experience in financial accounting, external audit or a similar role
• CA or CPA qualification (or currently working towards) preferred
• Strong experience with reconciliations, month-end processes and financial reporting
• Sound understanding of accounting principles and financial controls
• Experience in operational or multi-site environments (desirable)
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience using ERP or financial systems
• Workday experience (desirable)

Benefits

• Health and Wellbeing – Flexible and hybrid working arrangements / Employee Assistance Program / Discounted private health cover / BeWell Training Program / Free annual flu vaccinations
• Paid Leave Benefits – Parental leave / Volunteer leave / Study leave
• Professional Development – Leadership programs / Support of external training courses / Reimbursement of professional association memberships
• Employee Savings – Discounted accommodation and experience rates / Salary packaging / Discovery partner discounts / Free G’day Rewards membership / Loyalty recognition benefits

Our ESG Statement

The G’day Group acknowledges the increasing global expectation to demonstrate our approach to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) risk factors and sustainability in our daily operations and ongoing decision making. Our five-year ESG strategy is evolving to ensure we are committed to growing with care through supporting our people, giving back to the communities we operate in, and protecting our environment.

Conditions of Employment

Prior to an offer of employment being made, candidates must provide authority for a Federal Police Clearance to disclose any criminal offences or charges.