Reconciliations Accountant

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HomeMade is seeking a detail oriented Reconciliation Accountant to join the Finance team in Sydney, reporting to the Finance Manager. You will own the accurate reconciliation of provider invoice payments, Services Australia claims, cashflows and co-contribution debts, keeping precise records and audit trails while supporting month end close. The ideal candidate has a degree in accounting or finance, CA/CPA progress is a plus, 2-4 years in high volume reconciliation, solid accounts payable, claims processing and cashflow understanding, advanced Excel, and experience with ERP tools. Experience with government funding or healthcare billing systems is highly desirable. Success hinges on meticulous data integrity, effective cross team collaboration, and a continuous improvement mindset. Apply even if you don’t tick every box we value diverse experience and offer hybrid work, generous parental leave, flex days and a culture that puts people first.

We are looking for a detail-oriented and technically strong Reconciliation Accountant to join the HomeMade Finance team. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the accurate reconciliation of provider invoice payments, Services Australia claims, cashflows and co-contribution debts. This is a critical role in maintaining the financial integrity of HomeMade’s operations and ensuring our reconciliation data flows are accurate and timely.

Key Responsibilities

Reconcile provider invoice payments, identifying and resolving discrepancies accurately and within agreed timeframes

Reconcile Services Australia claims against payment data, ensuring all claims are accurately matched and exceptions are investigated and resolved

Reconcile cashflows associated with provider payments and Services Australia claim receipts

Reconcile co-contribution/ Personal Contribution debts, tracking outstanding balances and supporting collections activities as required

Maintain clear and accurate records of reconciliation data flows, ensuring audit trails are complete and accessible

Prepare and deliver reconciliation reports for the Finance Manager and relevant stakeholders

Investigate and resolve reconciling items promptly, escalating material issues to the Finance Manager

Support month-end close activities by ensuring all reconciliations are completed accurately and on time

Identify and recommend improvements to reconciliation processes, data flows and system tools

Collaborate with the Finance Operations team and Claims & Payments team to resolve processing issues affecting reconciliations

Collaborate with other subsidiary Finance Teams and Group Finance teams as required.

Your skills and experience

Degree qualified in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline; CA/CPA progress or completion is highly regarded

2-4 years of experience in an accounting or reconciliation role, with demonstrated expertise in high-volume transaction reconciliation

Strong understanding of accounts payable, claims processing and cashflow reconciliation processes

High attention to detail with the ability to manage large data sets and identify discrepancies efficiently

Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel; experience with data reconciliation tools or ERP systems is advantageous

Ability to work to strict deadlines and manage competing priorities during month-end periods

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a methodical approach to resolving exceptions

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively across finance and operations teams

Experience working with government funding bodies or healthcare/aged care billing systems (e.g. Services Australia) is highly desirable

A collaborative and proactive work style with a commitment to continuous improvement