Job Description

About Us

At Valmont, we create vital infrastructure that helps keep our roadways safer, connects communities and enables a more resilient and reliable power grid. Our work in renewable energy helps generate cleaner, more sustainable power. And we increase agricultural productivity by helping growers produce more with less. In short, our work makes life better.

We are currently seeking expressions of interest for a Financial Accountant to join our Shared Services department on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Financial Accounting Manager you will be based in Macquarie Park and the point of contact for Valmont’s business unit’s external & internal stakeholders on all Financial Accounting matters including impacts on financial statements.

Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss Statements in compliance with reporting deadlines and accounting standards
• Perform monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations, participate in quarterly reviews, and resolve aged balances to maintain financial accuracy and integrity
• Manage monthly CAPEX review, including preparation and submission of fixed asset additions/disposals to the KL Shared Service team
• Prepare and post monthly and ad-hoc journals (accruals, prepayments, intercompany recharge, payrolls and KPI)
• Prepare monthly clearing and reconciliation of all ANZ Visa Credit Card transactions
• Manage monthly, quarterly and annual tax compliance processes, including BAS review and FBT return preparation
• Review and approve Supplier and Foreign Currency payments
• Assist in gathering and compiling necessary documentation and information required for insurance renewal processes
• Coordinate and prepare requested data/document for both internal and external audits
• Identify and implement continuous process improvement
• Foster strong working relationships across Shared Services, Business Unit Finance, Operational teams within Valmont Australia and New Zealand

About you

• Bachelor/Master of Business (Accounting) or equivalent
• CA/CPA qualified or working towards
• Self-motivated with the ability to work under minimal supervision
• Innovative, resilient, self-motivated, team driven
• Solid communication and presentations skills and has the ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels

Why Valmont Industries?                     

• Rewards & Benefits – Valmont Australia employees enjoy access to exclusive company benefits that including Discounted Private Health Insurance, Competitive Novated Lease options (remove for wage roles) and staff discounts on range of retail products.

• Global Opportunity - We have 87 facilities and do business in over 100 countries. That’s how Valmont can offer opportunities that are as vast as the planet itself.

• Culture -  Valmont employees spanning generations have benefitted from our commitment to work/life balance and a family-first operating philosophy.

To apply, please include your resume and cover letter in your application.

When you join our team, you become part of a passionate group dedicated to changing lives and conserving resources around the globe. Our products and services make a difference. Join us, and BUILD YOUR WORLD.

All successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including a medical.

Valmont is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.