Accountant

Position Summary

This role provides financial and operational support across all SIRVA Relocation operations in Australia and New Zealand. The position supports the implementation, operation, and ongoing maintenance of systems used in relocation operations (including SMARTS and Search Engine), ensuring appropriate internal controls are maintained and that accurate, reliable, and timely accounting information is available.

The role also provides financial and administrative support to Corporate Finance, ensuring compliance with agreed procedures and the timely delivery of accurate financial reporting.

Key Functions and Responsibilities

Operational Responsibilities

• Maintain the SMARTS financial system, including archiving month-end and year-end close procedures
• Ensure month-end reports are successfully generated and distributed for each day of the close period
• Prepare and maintain all relocation-related reconciliations on a monthly and quarterly basis
• Maintain Policy IQ to ensure reconciliations are reviewed and visible
• Assist with issuing manual invoices and manual credit notes
• Coordinate and ensure accurate transfer of data from the SMARTS system into the SUN system
• Oversee and monitor controls and risk within the relocation business
• Perform additional duties as directed by the manager

Reporting

• Assist with management reporting and financial analysis as required

Administration

• Perform clerical and administrative activities related to relocation operations, as required

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 3+ years’ accounting experience
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Effective organisational, planning, and time management skills
• Moderate to strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Outlook and other Microsoft Office applications

Required Certifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or CPA qualification

Key Stakeholders / Peer Roles

• Operations Manager
• State Commercial Managers
• Financial Planning \& Analysis Manager
• Financial \& Systems Accountant
• Other members of the Finance team

Supervisory Responsibility

• None

Delegated Authority

• Authority to alter relocation procedures and systems in consultation with the Controller
• Authority to expend company funds in accordance with Company Policy Manual, Section 2, Finance No. 2.4 – Transaction and Signature Authority

Sirva Worldwide Relocation and Moving is a global leader in moving and relocation services, offering solutions for mobility programs to companies of every size. With 75 owned locations and more than 1,000 franchised and agent locations in 177 countries, we offer unmatched global breadth supported by localized attention and innovative technology that strikes the right balance of self service and human support. From relocation and household goods to commercial moving and storage, our portfolio of Brands (Sirva, Team Relocations, Allied, \& northAmerican) provides the only integrated moving/relocation solution in the industry. By leveraging our global network, we deliver a superior experience that only a “one-stop shop” can provide. We’re a team that works globally to provide the best service locally — a company that is everything you need, everywhere you need it. For more information please visit www.sirva.com.

Sirva brings together strong, collaborative people in a dynamic culture of mutual respect, support, and passion for the brand and product. We believe innovation drives winning performance, and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best we can in every aspect of our business. You will be surrounded by some of the brightest and most driven people in the industry. At Sirva, you will be in great company!

Sirva is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Sirva also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability of any part of the employment process, please send an email to Human Resources at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.