Senior Accountant

Transurban • Tysons, VA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Senior Accountant plays a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and strong accounting governance by supporting month‑end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and technical accounting assessments. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional (4+ years) with a strong foundation in audit or financial accounting and hands‑on experience with complex accounting areas such as revenue recognition and consolidated reporting. You’ll make an immediate impact by preparing and reviewing journal entries, supporting internal and external audits, driving process improvements, and helping maintain compliance with US GAAP and IFRS. In our flat organizational structure, you’ll have direct exposure to senior leadership and meaningful opportunities to apply and grow your skill sets, all while being supported by the scale and resources of a global organization. Transurban: Working at Transurban is different; it's a place where you can see the benefits of your work play out in real life, every day. We create transportation solutions-building and operating safer, smarter, and more sustainable roads-to solve pressing transport challenges. We’re seeking a Senior Accountant to assess the accounting impacts of various transactions, as well as drafting and maintaining accounting papers. You’ll join an innovative team, who is responsible for accounting and maintenance of trial balances, month end accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, stewardship procedures and involvement in internal and external audits. As our Senior Accountant, you’ll contribute to lasting and positive changes that shape the future of our cities and communities. It’s meaningful, challenging and exciting work.

Requirements

• 4+ years proven experience in audit or financial accounting, month-end close processes, and preparation of balance sheet reconciliations.
• Hands-on experience with complex accounting areas such as revenue recognition, funds flows, borrowings and derivatives, and intangible asset and fixed asset capitalization.
• Strong technical accounting background in preparing consolidated financial statements, statutory disclosures, and supporting internal/external audits.
• Strong understanding and practical experience applying IFRS and US GAAP accounting standards.
• Proficiency in systems (including excel) and ERP systems (Workday preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to standardize processes, implement automation, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Experience effectively partnering with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for standardization and automation, maintain process documentation, and ensure compliance with accounting policies and controls.
• Prepare, post, and review journal entries, perform complex calculations (e.g., revaluations, tax, funds flows), complete balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies within deadlines.
• Lead internal and external audit processes and prepare disclosures for quarterly, half-year, and year-end reporting.
• Manage accounting activities including identify new transactions, document accounting impacts, prepare supporting papers, and overseeing general ledger, technical accounting and revenue recognition process.
• Regularly review and clear accounts, manage ageing balances, ensure accurate asset and liability classifications, and prepare stewardship reports for senior leadership.
• Coach junior team members, review low-risk deliverables, and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to resolve accounting issues.

Benefits

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life, STD and LTD insurance and retirement plan.
• A range of flexible working and leave options, including the option to purchase an additional six weeks of leave each year.
• 16 weeks paid parental leave (regardless of gender or carer status).
• Learning and development opportunities to support your career interests.
• Health and wellbeing support-access to Headspace, Ginger, wellness facilities, and more.
• Social activities, community give-back programs and paid volunteer days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed