Accountant

ElectraNet Pty Limited is seeking an Accountant for its Finance division in Adelaide, Australia. The role involves managing financial accounting, ensuring compliance with Australian standards, and supporting the Group Accountant. Candidates should have strong analytical skills and attention to detail. ElectraNet offers flexible and remote working arrangements, performance bonuses, and various employee benefits, fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture.
About ElectraNet

ElectraNet builds, owns, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network which delivers the energy South Australians rely on to power our homes, businesses and communities. Our employees describe our culture as one that is supportive, inclusive, and community-oriented, where we genuinely want each other to succeed.

Employee Benefits

ElectraNet is committed to empowering our people and recognising their contribution with an attractive remuneration package, based on experience. In addition, we are proud to offer:

• Performance bonus eligibility of up to 15%

• Flexible and remote working arrangements including regular work from home

• 15 days’ personal/carers leave per year

• 16 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer or 4 weeks as the secondary carer

• Additional paid volunteering and office closure leave

• Flexibility to utilise public holiday leave entitlements for other cultural celebrations

Visit our careers page to read more about our employee benefits.

The Opportunity

The Accountant within ElectraNet's Finance division serves as a vital financial steward, ensuring compliance with Australian accounting standards and regulatory reporting. This role involves managing financial accounting and fixed asset transactions, maintaining accurate account balances, and reconciling discrepancies.

Success hinges on accounting expertise, meticulous attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills, enabling effective collaboration and delivery of accurate financial information.

About You

This role requires a proactive approach to staying up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards, tax legislation, and regulatory reporting obligations. The Accountant will be supporting the Group Accountant to ensure the integrity of the organization's trial balance, performing regular monitoring and reviews.

Furthermore, they will contribute to the monthly reconciliation process, preparing detailed reconciliations and maintaining ongoing documentation to support the annual audit process. They will also provide support to the Group Fixed Asset Accountant in the timely and accurate capitalisation of projects.

The Accountant will assist in the preparation of monthly reports related to fixed asset balances, including construction work in progress (CWIP), interest during capitalisation, and depreciation. This includes maintaining accurate and up-to-date fixed asset registers, providing essential data for financial reporting and analysis.

This role requires a strong foundation in financial accounting, applying both theoretical and practical knowledge to common as well as complex matters arising from the operations of a Transmission business. In-depth knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory compliance are essential. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with the ability to think innovatively. Diligence and consistency in managing daily, weekly, and monthly tasks are also crucial for success.

How To Apply

Please apply online via our careers page before Thursday 20 March 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews and appointments may occur prior to the closing date. Applicants can also register for job alerts via our careers page. Click 'Apply' to view the Position Description on our careers page.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo background checks. These checks may include global criminal history checks, reference checks, and validation of qualifications, employment history, Australian work rights, and any additional checks depending on the role. #LI-DB1