Accountant
Full Time Position
Melbourne, VIC
Hertz is more than a rental car business. It is a global company proud to dedicate itself to meeting customer needs by offering a wide variety of vehicles and services. Boasting a rich history of significant first steps, ambitious ideas and innovation, Hertz has evolved into the reputable global brand it is today. Our global company includes our other reputable brands of Thrifty, Dollar, Ace and Flexicar. At Hertz we drive a ‘One Team’ culture which means at Hertz you will be exposed to all our different brands and be apart of a global multibrand team. We value people, driving change and winning together. If these values resonate, then Hertz is the place for you to achieve your career goals.
To continue our success in the future of car rental, we’re looking for customer focused, high performing Accountant to join our exceptional team and grow your career!
What are the Perks?
- Generous discounts on our brands
- Employee Car Sales Program
- Car Leasing Program
- On-site Airport Parking
- Additional day leave per annum
- A focus on sustainability
- Targeted charity partnerships
- Key focus on wellbeing and safety
- WGEA Certified workplace
About the Role?
As an Accountant, you will help ensure finance activities comply with statutory and company requirements across your area of responsibility. You will manage key accounting activities, support operational cost and revenue analysis, contribute to business planning, and work closely with Finance and operational stakeholders across Hertz Australia and related entities in the Asia Pacific region.
Key responsibilities include:
- Manage operational expenses, including rent, airport concession and facilities costs.
- Monitor airport contract updates and ensure financial obligations and payments align with contract terms and are recorded in the property system.
- Complete month-end closing activities and analyse income statement costs, providing clear explanations for variances.
- Prepare airport concession reports and declarations for external parties.
- Complete accurate and timely balance sheet reconciliations, identifying risks and potential issues within allocated accounts.
- Complete location fee reviews and partner with Pricing and Operations on required updates.
- Assist with budgets and forecasts for property-related expenses in partnership with the FP&A team.
- Support year-end audits, process reviews, compliance activities and special projects.
- Prepare regular and ad-hoc reporting across systems including Oracle Fusion and Power BI.
- Support process improvements and the automation of manual processes.
About You?
- To be successful in this position, our newest team member will have the following:
- Tertiary qualifications in Accounting or Finance, with a CA or CPA postgraduate programme commenced or partly completed.
- A minimum of two years’ experience in an accounting-related role, including finance and general accounting support.
- Strong technical accounting skills and practical experience in accounting process improvement.
- Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills, with experience using large ERP systems.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills, with strong attention to detail.
- The ability to manage deadlines, work effectively under pressure and respond to changing business needs.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across teams and stakeholders.
- A proactive, accountable and customer-focused approach, with the ability to work effectively in a global matrix organisation.
About the Offer?
In return for your hard work and dedication, in addition to the company perks, you will be rewarded with:
- A competitive annual salary package
- Opportunities for career growth and development
- A supportive team environment
- Employee Benefits and a motivating company culture
At Hertz we pledge to provide a safe and supportive work environment for everyone. We are an inclusive business who welcomes diversity and we encourage applications from all candidates, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people with disabilities.
This is a brilliant opportunity for an individual who is passionate about customer service and has the ability to work collaboratively as a team to achieve targets.
Interested applicants should apply no later than: 1 November 2026 to Hilda Chiu at hilda.chiu@hertz.com
Please note Police Background Checks will be completed for external candidates as part of the Recruitment Process