Accounting Manager – ANZ

Regional Accounting Manager – ANZ Pine Services Group • Remote (Australia-based) • Reports to Group Controller About Pine Services Group Pine Services Group is a long-term holding company dedicated to the growth and legacy of premier Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) service partners and global business application companies. As a branch of Evergreen Services Group, we are committed to being the best home for ongoing company growth, ensuring that each brand in our community retains its unique identity while winning in their respective market. With a growing international portfolio, we are always looking for talented individuals to join our team. Position Summary We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Regional Accounting Manager to serve as Pine’s financial steward across our Australia and New Zealand operating companies. Reporting directly to the Group Controller (US), this role is the first line of accountability for the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of ANZ financial reporting. The ideal candidate is a technically strong accountant who thrives in a multi-entity, fast-paced environment, can build trusted relationships with OpCo leadership, and knows how to deliver clean, consolidated reporting upstream with minimal noise. Details Full-time role reporting to the Group Controller Location: Remote, Australia-based (AEST/AEDT) Travel to ANZ operating company sites as needed What You’ll Do Monthly Close & Financial Reporting Own the monthly close calendar for ANZ OpCos, driving on-time, accurate financial submissions into Pine’s consolidation reporting package Review OpCo trial balances, flux analyses, and income statements prior to submission to the US team, serving as the regional quality gate Identify and resolve reporting discrepancies, classification issues, and cut-off errors at the source, before escalation Prepare and maintain AUD-to-USD foreign currency translation workpapers in compliance with ASC 830 / AASB 121 Audit Management Serve as the primary regional coordinator for both US GAAP consolidation audits and Australian statutory audits, managing requests, timelines, and PBC deliverables across ANZ entities Liaise with external auditors (local and US-based) on behalf of ANZ OpCos, ensuring fieldwork proceeds efficiently and findings are addressed promptly Maintain audit-ready workpapers and supporting schedules year-round, not just during audit season Tax & Statutory Compliance Coordinate ANZ tax compliance workflows, including GST/BAS lodgements, income tax returns, and payroll tax obligations, in partnership with Pine’s external tax advisors and the US finance team Monitor entity-level statutory filing deadlines across Australia and New Zealand and ensure timely completion Support transfer pricing documentation and intercompany transaction substantiation as required OpCo Partnership & Controls Act as the primary accounting point of contact for ANZ OpCo finance leads, providing guidance on technical accounting questions, policy application, and reporting requirements Identify control gaps or process inconsistencies at the OpCo level and work collaboratively to implement improvements Support new OpCo onboarding and integration into Pine’s reporting infrastructure, including chart of accounts mapping and ERP alignment US Finance Team Collaboration Deliver clean, well-documented monthly reporting packages to the Group Controller, flagging material variances, open items, and risks proactively Participate in consolidation close calls and contribute to management reporting Support US-side diligence, purchase accounting, and integration workstreams for ANZ acquisitions as needed What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CA (Chartered Accountant) designation strongly preferred 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including direct experience managing or coordinating across multiple entities Prior experience in public accounting (Big 4 or mid-tier) strongly valued; audit background preferred Solid technical grounding in Australian statutory reporting (AASB standards), GST/BAS compliance, and payroll tax frameworks Working knowledge of US GAAP, particularly consolidation (ASC 810), revenue recognition (ASC 606), and foreign currency (ASC 830), or demonstrated ability to work within a US GAAP reporting environment Experience with ERP platforms (Business Central, MYOB, Acumatica, or similar); comfort navigating multiple systems Strong attention to detail with a bias toward clean, well-organized deliverables Self-directed and comfortable operating across time zones with limited day-to-day supervision Clear, confident communicator, able to translate accounting issues for non-accounting OpCo stakeholders and escalate the right things to a US-based leadership team What Makes This Role Unique This isn’t a routine close-and-report role. You’ll be embedded across a dynamic, growing portfolio of ANZ businesses at different stages of maturity, operating in a PE-backed environment where things move quickly and no two months look the same. You’ll have real ownership of a region, a direct line to the Group Controller, and meaningful exposure to cross-border M&A, audit, and systems work. If you’re motivated by variety, accountability, and building something, this role is for you. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pine At Pine, we acknowledge that an emphasis on diversity, equity and inclusion is essential to hiring phenomenal people. We strive to recruit and work with those from a range of backgrounds, which drives creativity and innovation. We encourage you to apply even if you feel you do not meet all of the above qualifications. Pine is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.