# Accountant

> Online Education Services · Cremorne, Australia (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-21

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** AU - Finance

## Description

**About OES** 

OES is a global education services partner, working with universities, employers, and industry bodies to deliver market-leading online learning solutions. Our purpose is to enhance lives through education, and our vision is to be the world's most impactful enabler of education.  We are a values-led organisation that empowers our people to make a meaningful impact every day. Through collaboration, innovation, and a student-focused approach, we create engaging learning experiences while supporting our teams to grow, develop, and thrive in a culture that embraces change and continuous improvement.  

**The Opportunity:**   
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Accountant to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will play a critical role in the preparation of monthly management accounts, financial reporting, reconciliations, and supporting a wide range of finance-related activities across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys getting into the detail, taking ownership of key processes, and using financial data to provide meaningful insights that support business decision-making. 

**Key Responsibilities:** 

-   Prepare monthly management accounts, journals, accruals, and supporting working papers  
-   Support the month-end process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting  
-   Assist with variance analysis and reporting for business leaders and budget holders  
-   Complete balance sheet and payroll reconciliations  
-   Support BAS, FBT, audit, and compliance requirements  
-   Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities  
-   Maintain fixed asset and lease accounting records  
-   Provide reporting support, analysis, and financial insights to stakeholders  
-   Assist with finance administration and a variety of accounting-related projects and activities  
-    Contribute to process improvement initiatives and support system enhancements where required.  

**About you:**   
You are a confident and capable finance professional who enjoys working autonomously while partnering effectively with stakeholders across the business. 

You will bring: 

-   3-5 years’ experience in a similar role. Working in the Education Industry would be an advantage but not essential. 
-   Experience with month-end processing, accruals, reconciliations, reporting support, and general accounting activities 
-   A tertiary qualification in Accounting, Commerce, or a related discipline 
-   CPA/CA qualification (or currently working towards completion) 
-   Experience using ERP systems such as Business Central or similar 
-   Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities 
-   Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities 
-   The ability to translate financial information into meaningful business insights.  

**What’s in it for you?**   
At OES, we're transforming lives through education. You'll join a high-performing, values-led organisation where your work directly influences business decisions, drives meaningful outcomes, and supports some of the world's leading education providers. If you enjoy working with smart people, solving complex challenges, and making a genuine impact, you'll thrive here. 

 Along with joining a passionate, energetic and highly skilled team, this role will allow you to gain exposure to many growth and development opportunities. OES offers a hybrid, flexible approach to work, where we work 3 days from our state-of-the-art Cremorne office, and the rest from home (or wherever you choose!). Breakfast, snacks, table tennis, Nintendo Switch are all available in the office, as well as weekly staff drinks. Ultimately, you will be joining a values-driven, collaborative business where your creativity and innovation will be nurtured and celebrated. 

We pride ourselves on being a 'People First' employer and if you join the OES Team, you will benefit from:  

-   Hybrid working arrangement for genuine career-life fit (3 days in our Cremorne Office) 
-   Professional development and mentoring 
-   OES Culture Club and events calendar 
-   Health and wellbeing activities 
-   Annual flu vaccinations 
-   Paid parental leave 
-   Purchased leave 
-   Study assistance and leave for eligible employees 
-   Mental health support resources and Employee assistance program (EAP) 
-   Income protection insurance 
-   Access to corporate health insurance rates 

**Ready to make an impact? Apply today and become part of a team that's changing lives through education. Please APPLY NOW with your CV & Cover Letter** 

At OES, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment, where we encourage candidates of any nationality, age, background, disability, and gender identity to apply. If you feel aligned to the role and would like to further explore your suitability, we welcome your application and would love to consider your fit for the role at OES.

## Apply

[Apply at Online Education Services](https://apply.workable.com/oes/j/3BA7690B77/apply)

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