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Accountant ANZ (all genders)

Australia
Full-time
Permanent employee

About tonies:

tonies® is a fast-growing global children’s audio entertainment brand, transforming how kids experience stories, music and learning. As we enter a new growth phase in Australia & New Zealand, we’re in true start-up mode locally,
entrepreneurial, hands-on and fast-moving, backed by a proven global business and world-class licensed partners.

You as part of tonies:

This is an exciting opportunity to step out of a large accounting firm environment and into a commercially focused, fast- moving listed company. You will play a central role in the Finance team, owning the end-to-end accounting function and working closely with the Senior Finance Manager, who is increasingly focused on operational and strategic priorities.
We operate with a start-up mindset: you will be expected to work autonomously, exercise strong technical judgement, and take genuine ownership of your responsibilities. This is a role for someone who thrives without handholding, wants to make a visible impact, and is ready to grow beyond compliance into true business partnering.

Your tasks and responsibilities will include:

Month-End Close & Reporting
  • Own the full month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion within agreed deadlines.
  • Revenue and cost recognition across multiple channels and cost centres in compliance with applicable accounting standards.
  • Preparation and posting of journals including accruals, prepayments, and provisions.
  • Fixed asset management including additions, disposals, and depreciation runs.
  • Intercompany reconciliations.
  • Balance sheet reconciliations with clear supporting documentation.
  • Accounts Receivable & Payable
  • Oversee the AR function including invoicing, collections, and debtor ageing management.
  • Manage the AP function including vendor payments, expense processing, and supplier reconciliations.
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with internal controls.

Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Prepare monthly financial reports for submission to global reporting teams, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow commentary.
  • Conduct variance analysis against budget and prior periods, providing clear and concise written commentary.
  • Support statutory reporting requirements and assist with audit deliverables.
  • Ensure all reporting meets group deadlines and standards with minimal review required.

Finance Projects & Continuous Improvement
  • Actively participate in finance-led projects including systems improvements, process automation, and policy development.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance reporting quality, efficiency, and controls.
  • Support ad hoc analysis and business cases as required by the Senior Finance Manager.

What we are looking for:

Qualifications & Experience
  • CA or CPA qualified (or near completion).
  • 3–5 years of accounting experience, ideally with a Big 4 or mid-tier accounting firm background.
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge including revenue recognition, accruals, fixed assets, and intercompany
  • transactions.
  • Demonstrated experience preparing financial reports and working to tight monthly deadlines.
  • Exposure to listed company or multi-entity group structures is advantageous.

Skills & Attributes
  • High attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy and integrity.
  • Self-motivated and capable of managing your own workload with minimal supervision.
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with evolving processes.
  • Clear and confident communicator, able to present financial information to non-finance stakeholders.
  • Collaborative team player who can flex between technical accounting and project work.
  • Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel; experience with group reporting tools is a plus.

Why tonies?

  • Global Teamwork: We collaborate across departmental and country borders on our vision to bring the Toniebox into every child's room in the world.
  • Come as you are: This applies not only to the dress code but also to everything else. Because only where you truly feel comfortable can you give your best.
  • Enhanced Security: Benefit from subsidies for company pension plans, occupational pension schemes, and occupational disability insurance.
  • Rest & Time Off: Enjoy 30 days of paid annual leave plus three additional days off such as Rosenmontag, Christmas Eve, and New Year's Eve. After one year of employment, you can also use up to 10 "toniecation days" (unpaid leave days).
  • Continuous Learning: Benefit from our internal and external training opportunities as well as an individual learning budget to continuously expand your knowledge.
  • Language Learning & Relaxation: Improve your communication skills with the language learning app Babbel and find relaxation through our access to the meditation app Calm.
  • Discounts: Benefit from attractive discounts on our entire range of tonies products.

Good to know:

At tonies®, inclusion and diversity are part of our core principles. We celebrate the diverse talents, backgrounds, beliefs, and gender identities that come together under our roof. Every face is welcome, and we support everyone through all stages of their development with us. 
If you are a technically strong accountant looking to make the move from a firm environment into a commercial role with real ownership, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and what draws you to this opportunity.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Mark Duggan 
General Manager, Australia & New Zealand