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Job Description
Job Status: Full Time Temporary (2 years)
Salary:Base salary of $79989 per annum plus 12% superannuation
Applications Close:Wednesday 13th August 11:55pm
An organisation where diversity of thought and experience is valued supported and respected.
THE HOUSE
The Sydney Opera House occupies a unique place in the cultural landscape. A globally recognised icon synonymous with inspiration and imagination its one of the worlds busiest performing arts centres the nations premier tourism destination and a World Heritage masterpiece that belongs to the people of NSW. Driving this incredible place is a team of passionate and dedicated people. Join us in shaping the Opera Houses future and be provided with opportunities to grow and develop while making a positive contribution to our community.
The Opera House is a living work of art. A place of possibility and wonder on and off the stage. We bring people together to be uplifted empowered and entertained. As set out in the Sydney Opera House Strategy 2024-26 our ambition is to be Everyones House. To make this real we are focused on four themes that underpin our organisational values (Creativity Courage Inclusivity Integrity Collaboration and Care):
Everyone feels welcome here.
We better understand and connect with the community.
We are future ready.
We lead and inspire positive change.
For more information about the Sydney Opera House please refer to ourwebsite.
YOUR NEW ROLE
This position supports the Opera Houses financial activities. It is a development role for a university graduate accountant seeking to combine on the job training with study towards a professional accounting qualification. The role will receive mentoring and development from experienced and approachable professionals across finance areas of treasury accounts receivable accounts payable management accounting business support as well as month-end and financial reporting.
The Finance team has focus areas in financial services reporting business analysis and financial planning and modelling. This role will rotate across these areas with the aim of exposing graduates to 3 focus areas in approximately a 2 year period. The successful candidate will be open to covering all areas of finance enjoy learning new areas of the business and partnering with finance and non-finance staff to deliver key business outcomes.
We offer the following support for your professional advancement:
- Study leave available for each module of approved study towards CA or CPA.
- Regular training and development - we have various internal and external training programs to build both technical and soft skills.
Further detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description..
ARE YOU THE ONE
You might be the right fit if you have:
Tertiary qualifications in Accounting/Finance. Sound knowledge of accounting principles and procedures forecasting budgetary principles and business planning process.
Progress towards/ or ready to commence a professional accounting body qualification (preferably CA/CPA).
Interest in developing a broad skillset in financial and management accounting business partnering and reporting willingness to move between specialist portfolios on a rotation basis.
Good interpersonal communication and networking skills to maintain relationships across the organisation on financial matters including commitment to providing quality customer service.
Sound writing and report generation skills with intermediate experience across Microsoft Office.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills with attention to detail and interest in financial modelling.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure and prioritise work delivering to strict deadlines.
The Sydney Opera House gives you access to a fantastic range of benefits including:
10% off onsite food and beverage outlets like Opera Bar and First Nations restaurant Midden
Access to a range of professional development programs and staff engagement initiatives.
Staff community groups like SOH Pride First Nations Staff Network Sustainable Environmental Action Leaders (aka SEALs) and more.
Fitness Passport and complimentary wellbeing programs including pilates yoga circuit classes physiotherapy sessions as well as other wellbeing initiatives.
Working for an organisation with a 6 Star Green Star performance rating from the Green Building Council of Australia.
Working for an organisation committed tothe United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the worlds first arts organisation to join the UNs Global Compact an international sustainability initiative designed to build a better future for us all.
Complimentary tickets to shows.
And many more!
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The Opera House is an inclusive employer that recognises everyone is unique. The organisation welcomes you for who you are as you are. So if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please contact us at to discuss. Even if you think youd be a great fit but dont necessarily tick every box in the role description please get in touch.
We welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people recognising the value unique skills and knowledge that First Nations employees bring to the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders people who are d/Deaf and/or with disability from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds neurodiverse refugees and the LGBTQIA community.
NEED TO WORK FLEXIBLY
We know flexibility means different things to different people so let us know how we can support you to be your best.
SOUND LIKE YOU APPLY NOW
Please submit your cover letter and CV via our online addition you will be prompted to answer the following targeted question in the online application platform.
- As this is a Graduate position please confirm when you have or will graduate.
- What motivates you to apply for this opportunity How does this role align with your personal and professional goals
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
Your personal information is being collected to enable the Sydney Opera House to assess your suitability for appointment to the position you have applied for. This personal information will be managed in accordance with the Sydney Opera House Privacy Management Policy andPlan
Applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies
Employment Type
Student
