Senior Accounting Specialist - AP & Payroll, XERO Hyderabad - WFO Full Time Australia Time Zone: 7 AM - 4 PM IST ERP: Xero Qualification: CA (Chartered Accountant) 8+ years of experience Role Overview We are looking for a CA-qualified Finance professional with strong experience in accounting, financial reporting, tax compliance, payroll, and month-end activities. The role will manage day-to-day finance operations, support management reporting and business analytics, and ensure timely and accurate statutory compliance across Australia and the US. Key Responsibilities • Manage month-end close activities, including capitalization and financial reconciliations. • Oversee Accounts Payable, including invoice review/approval and supplier payment reviews. • Manage and review payroll processing, currently outsourced to a third-party provider. • Prepare and monitor cash flow forecasts and working capital requirements. • Review and oversee monthly Business Activity Statements (BAS). • Review International Sales Tax lodgements on a monthly and quarterly basis. • Review Payroll Tax and WorkCover submissions on a fortnightly basis. • Support preparation of monthly management reports and financial analysis. • Support business analytics and reporting using Looker. • Coordinate tax compliance, including US and Australian tax returns and FBT. • Ensure accurate and timely maintenance of financial records in Xero. • Provide day-to-day finance support, financial insights, and analysis to management. • Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, controls, and reporting efficiency. Requirements Required Skills & Experience • CA qualification is mandatory. • Strong experience in accounting and finance operations, preferably within an Australian business environment. • Good knowledge of Australian taxation, BAS, payroll tax, WorkCover, FBT, and sales tax requirements. • Experience managing month-end close, AP, payroll, cash flow, and management reporting. • Hands-on experience with Xero. • Experience with Looker or similar business intelligence/reporting tools is preferred. • Exposure to US tax compliance is highly desirable. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple finance activities and deadlines.