H&M Group is transforming to meet the ongoing changes in the industry and in the world around us, as part of our transformation we are looking to grow our Accounts team and have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Accountant to join the H&M Australia New Zealand team. 

At H&M we believe it’s possible for you to find what you love. We offer you space to create and room to grow — a place where you can belong and truly be yourself.  You’ll join a team that is full of life in a company that feels as good as it looks. At H&M, we believe it’s possible because together we make it possible.

Fashion, fun and action!

As one of the world’s largest fashion retailers, H&M offers endless career opportunities. A fast-paced, buzzing environment with great diversity – a place where the customer is always the center of attention.

But what truly makes us stand out are our remarkable employees. From stylish Sales Advisors and Visual Merchandisers to computer whizzes and business aware planners – all our employees share a great ambition and an anything-is-possible attitude. Not to mention an excellent eye for fashion. It is thanks to them that we have grown – with over 4900 stores in more than 74 markets worldwide.

H&M Australia has its support office in Sydney, covering 36 H&M stores as well as 9 stores in NZ (New Zealand). A year ago, we launched online www.hm.com/au along with our fantastic loyalty program. We are on an exciting journey and would be happy to welcome the right candidate to our team!

Be yourself & more at H&M!

As Senior Accountant you are responsible for generating and ensuring timely and accurate reporting of store P&L, updating & reconciliation of stock balance and store cash flow management (“store routines”). You keep the books correct, up to date and according to local and group regulations while supporting the Accounting manager in guaranteeing tax and other compliance matters are secured.

Some of the key responsibilities of this role:

Book keeping

• Carry out and/or oversee the: monthly, quarterly and yearly cut  
• Initiate carry out and/or review: General ledger bookings
• Bank & cash flow reconciliation  
• Stock bookings and intercompany transactions   
• Carry out routines for lease accounting matters with expansion team
• Report to Accounting manager when necessary   
• Carry out other balance sheet reconciliations where necessary   

Store routines

• Initiate and oversee periodic store reconciliations to guarantee accuracy and timeliness of store P&L results  
• Initiate and oversee routine for store stock bookings 
• Initiate and oversee periodic reconciliation of store cash flows   

Compliance

• Carry out annual tax reconciliations for GST, corporate tax and employment taxes wherever necessary   
• Report to Accounting manager when necessary   
• Carry out end of year external audit and statutory reporting   (including IFRS 16 lease bookings)
• Carry out reporting to external legal bodies (e.g. ABS) 

Apart from the below listed attributes, you will be a commercially savvy team player who is open minded and willing to learn and take on challenges. You will be a self-starter with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and thrive under pressure.

• CA/CPA qualified with a minimum of 5 years accounting experience
• SAP (highly favourable)
• Excel (intermediate to advanced –can do minimum pivot tables and vlookups)
• Strong communication skills
• Currently in or close to a senior accountant role
• Retail industry experience
• Detail oriented while being able to see the big picture and keep things simple.
• Strong organizational, time-management and interpersonal skills.
• An interest in working in a dynamic team and fast paced environment.

This is a full-time position based in Sydney, Australia. 
Applicants must have unrestricted working rights in Australia.

Benefits

• Centrally located modern office with ergonomic work stations for all team members 
• Generous staff discount at H&M and globally across other H&M Group brands
• Encourages work life balance with flexible working arrangement
• Enjoy your birthday with an extra day of leave
• Discounts to over 400 fitness studios across Australia
• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave for eligible team members
• Opportunity for personal development and career growth