At Koala we believe that designing better habitats leads to better lives – for our people, our planet, and the communities we’re part of. For a decade we have been perfecting our approach to furniture design; creating beautiful, flexible, innovative and sustainable products that solve the needs of real people.

Why we have this role @ Koala

Following massive growth in both Australia and Japan in recent years: get ready USA! We are looking for a Financial Accountant who will deliver financial results and reporting that meet the needs of Koala and external stakeholders.

Working Environment & Collaboration

This role is based in Sydney, Australia, reporting to the Group Finance Manager. You will be a core part of the Group Finance team while acting as a dedicated business partner to the US country leadership.

Critical Note on Time Zones: This role partners closely with the US team who operate on Pacific Standard Time (PST). Candidates should anticipate regular meetings outside of standard AEST work hours (particularly during March–October when there is limited overlap between AEST and PST working hours) to ensure seamless communication and support across time zones.

What key responsibilities does this role have @ Koala?

We are looking for an individual who will take full ownership of the US entity's financial control and reporting, demonstrating a high degree of autonomy and proactive problem-solving.

Financial Ownership & Reporting

• Deliver accurate and timely financial results on a monthly basis for the US entity, including full ownership of the US trial balance and balance sheet.

• Perform all general ledger accounting tasks, such as preparing journal entries, accruals, and completing balance sheet reconciliations with meticulous detail.

• Ensure correct processing of inventory receipts and manage the end-to-end accounting for the US inventory lifecycle.

• Collaborate proactively with the US Country Manager and FP&A Manager to gather financial information and resolve any discrepancies.

• Provide robust support to the Group team during month-end and year-end closing processes.

Compliance & Audit

• Ensure absolute compliance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), accounting principles, and company policies.

• Assist with preparation of information for US federal and state-level tax and other compliance requirements.

• Provide dedicated support during US entity and/or group audits and assist in maintaining accurate, audit-ready financial records.

Efficiency & Improvement

• Manage accounts payable for the US entity, including invoice processing and payment, with a continuous focus on improving efficiency, leveraging tools like Netsuite and Bluesheets.

• Proactively seek and implement improvements in finance tasks for increased efficiency and/or accuracy across US processes.

• Assist the Group team with ad-hoc projects and tasks as required, demonstrating a self-motivated and forward-thinking approach.

Ideal background…

To succeed in this unique Group role with a US focus, you must possess:

• Essential US Accounting Expertise: Proven experience in navigating US federal and state-level tax regulations, ensuring compliance with varying jurisdictional requirements. This is a mandatory requirement.

• Industry Experience: Previous experience in a global (or USA) eCommerce, retail, or manufacturing industry is highly desirable.

• Systems Proficiency: Excellent working knowledge of Netsuite and Shopify is essential. Experience with Bluesheets (or other AP automation tool) is a plus.

• Education & Professionalism: Degree qualified in accounting, finance or a related field (preferred). Current membership of an appropriate professional accounting organization (preferred).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, particularly for cross-time zone communication.

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders (US and AU Group team).

• Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of self-motivation.

Treehouse Perks and Privileges…

Koala is only great when its employees are happy — and we’re one happy bunch!

• Hybrid working - We’re mixing it up with ~3 days back in the Alexandria Treehouse (office) and work from bed/home (WFB)

• Take a break - Generous time off - volunteer, parental, Koala life leave and more to help keep your work-life balance, balanced.

  Treehouse goods - Fully stocked kitchen with an emphasis on healthy local produce, think bougie brekky, salad bar, kombucha on tap, monthly barbies and more.

• Pet-friendly - The Koala Treehouse is as pet-friendly as they get!

• Surprise & delight - The two-word combo at the core of everything we do. All Koalas can expect to enjoy free Koala products with ‘mates rates’ for your friends and fam.

• Support & wellbeing - Our employee experience respects and embraces all families, formed, found and evolving. You’ll have access to our Employee Assistance Program, which includes unlimited sessions for financial, work, relationship, family or wellbeing support.

• Accelerate your career - via our Learning Management platform Juno, as well as individual and team growth budgets and dedicated days.

• Community & connection - We believe that simply doing ‘no harm’ isn’t good enough So, how are we doing our part? BCorp Certified, WWF Partnership, volunteer days, a member of SoftLanding, 1% and so much more.

All in all, the Koala Kommunity is a great place to hang out and belong to!

Koalities we look for…

At Koala, we do things a little differently and we don’t shy away from the fact that we expect a lot from our employees! We are ambitious. We are curious. We are selfless. We want you to challenge expectations, always look to make a difference and give us something different from the norm. We want people that bring great energy, that have a long-game focus and are always trying to find new angles and approaches to the way we work. We're a team full of entrepreneurial spirit and have a relentless focus on 'what's next' but while always reviewing 'what's been done' and learning, growing and adapting. We're confident, but NEVER arrogant and we adapt to change like Steve Smith under a short ball. Honesty and empathy drive everything we do, as well as a total focus on exceeding our customers’ expectations. So if you feel like this could be you... well what the bloody hell are you waiting for? Drop us a line, and let's see what you've got! ;)

There’s no such thing as a ‘perfect’ candidate, Koala is a place where everyone has opportunity. So however you identify and whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day. We’re an equal opportunity employer, and recognise that a diverse workforce is crucial to our success as a business.

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