Finance Analyst

We're Civica and we make software that helps deliver critical services for citizens all around the world. From local to state government, to education, to health and care, over 5,000 public bodies across the globe use our software to help provide critical services to over 100 million citizens.  

Our aspiration is to be a GovTech champion everywhere we work around the globe, supporting the needs of citizens and those that serve them every day. Building on 21 years of continuous growth and success, we're at a pivotal point on our journey to realise that aspiration.  

As a company, we're passionate about what we do and the citizens we help to serve. If you too would like to help champion the use of technology in public services, to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organisations, then Civica is the right place for you. We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve growth in your career whilst making a real difference to people and communities. 

Why you will love this opportunity Finance Analyst at Civica

The Financial Accountant plays a key role in the Finance team by preparing monthly management reports, analyzing financial performance against forecasts, and offering strategic recommendations. The role also involves managing budgets and forecasts for central cost divisions, building strong relationships within the Civica International finance network, and ensuring a professional and efficient office environment.

At Civica, you will thrive in a global setting, which may mean working beyond standard business hours.

As a part of our dynamic finance team, you will:

• Generate and deliver comprehensive monthly management reports
• Oversee the preparation and posting of monthly journal entries
• Support the month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring timely completion and accuracy of financial statements
• Perform reconciliations of general ledger accounts and address any discrepancies that arise
• Examine variances between budgeted and actual performance, offering valuable insights to the leadership team
• Ensure adherence to financial regulations, standards, and company policies
• Contribute to the preparation of financial statements and reports for auditing purposes
• Uphold robust internal controls and financial processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to facilitate informed financial decision-making and align with business objectives

Requirements

Your keys to thriving in this position:

• A solid grasp of accounting principles, financial reporting standards (IFRS/Ind AS), and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated expertise in crafting monthly management reports and financial statements.
• Proficient in managing tight deadlines during month-end and year-end closing periods.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., SUN, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) along with intermediate Excel skills, including a strong working knowledge of pivot tables.
• Excellent and professional communication skills with cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Eagerness to learn and thrive in a dynamic software development environment.

Essential Qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant (CA/ACCA/CPA)
• A minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar role
• Proficient in variance analysis and adept at interpreting financial data to deliver actionable insights
• Experience collaborating with multinational companies or cross-border teams

Benefits

Why you'll love working with us

We know that when our people are happy, they will work better and have greater work satisfaction. Here's what you can expect: 

We're all different

We provide an inclusive, safe, and welcoming environment to all Civicans - there are heaps of opportunities to enable you to grow and be your best. 

Giving culture

Flexible Work

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