Accounting and Finance Jobs

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Accounting & Finance professionals provide a diverse range of solutions including financial accounting, analysis, budgeting, auditing, tax planning, and strategic decision-making.

Professionals in this industry help individuals, businesses, and organisations manage their financial resources effectively, make informed financial decisions, and ensure compliance with regulations.

Keegan Adams partner with companies and professionals from all industries to provide recruitment services on a temporary and permanent basis across a range of roles from non-qualified through to leadership level.

  • CFO
  • Financial Controller

  • Financial Accounting

  • Management Accounting

  • Audit

  • Taxation

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The life of an

Accountant

Learn about the education and skills required of an Accountant, one of the many roles we recruit for in Accounting and Finance.

Stay ahead of your administrative work

As an Accountant, your mornings are often filled with the routine tasks of checking emails, reviewing financial reports, and scheduling meetings with clients or team members. You may spend time analysing financial data, preparing tax documents, and making sure everything is up-to-date and accurate.

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Farrah Towers

Farrah brings recruitment expertise dating back to 2018, specialising across a range of industries within financial and corporate services, including software and insurance…

Seán FitzGerald

Seán began his recruitment career in 2017 and has joined Keegan Adams in our Melbourne office after relocating from Dublin where he recruited across accounting and finance functions…

Claire Tate

Claire is the Managing Director and Co-founder of Keegan Adams and has been a part of the business since its inception in 2010, fostering long term …

Alice Pipes

Alice began her recruitment career in 2010, joining Keegan Adams Recruitment shortly after they launched…

Danielle
Danielle Wong

Danielle began her recruitment career in 2005 and now plays a pivotal role at Keegan Adams as Owner and Director of the Temporary & Contract Division…

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Insights from our experts

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Last week, we were delighted to welcome clients, candidates and industry leaders to our annual Future of Work event, featuring renowned futurist and workforce expert Dr Ben Hamer. Attended by professionals from across HR, Talent Acquisition, People & Culture and business leadership eager to explore the trends shaping the future of work, the event offered…

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The Shift in the Financial Controller Role Across Funds Management, Superannuation & FinTech

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The Rise of Fractional C-Suite in Boutique Financial Services

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Keegan Adams Recruitment Annual Event Recap – Boost Productivity & Retention in 2025

2025 Annual Report: The Evolving Workplace We are pleased to launch our 2025 Annual Report: The Evolving Workplace — our second annual report and a reflection of our ongoing commitment to providing a valuable resource to our clients and candidates each year. This year’s report goes beyond salary benchmarking, offering in-depth insights into how businesses…

The Evolution of Australia’s Superannuation Industry and Keegan Adams Recruitment’s Strategic Role

The Rapid Transformation of the Superannuation Sector The Australian superannuation industry is undergoing a period of rapid transformation, driven by consolidation, regulatory shifts, and the internalisation of investment management. As of the September 2024 quarter, total superannuation assets reached $4.1 trillion, reflecting a 3.7% increase over the quarter. This growth underscores the sector’s critical role…

Funds Management Distribution Market Update 2025

The Australian funds management distribution market is experiencing significant transformation as we move into 2025. In the face of evolving industry dynamics, fund managers are contending with a declining financial adviser base, institutional market consolidation, intensifying competition, fee compression, and shifting investor preferences. This update delves into the key trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the…

Are you satisfied with your bonus?

In 2024, the Australian investment and wealth management industry is navigating a period marked by changing market conditions, regulatory shifts, and evolving workforce expectations. Bonuses and salary increases have become critical factors in attracting and retaining top talent, especially as firms strive to balance performance incentives with cost management amid uncertain economic landscapes.   Trends…

Insights from our experts

2026 State of the Workplace report reveals true market conditions

Job insecurity and polarised demand amount to a disorienting, sluggish job market. That’s what this year’s research found, published in the 2025/2026 annual Keegan Adams Financial Services Talent and Employment Report. Fear is driving an asymmetric job market, but forces are reshaping historic candidate movements, precipitating migration to smaller firms. Meanwhile, demand for very specific…

Latest news headlines on Australian labour market

From hiring challenges and talent shortages to salary trends across investment management and superannuation, Keegan Adams is at the forefront of conversations shaping the financial services, corporate services, and technology and transformation sectors. Drawing on insights from our latest 2026 State of the Workplace report, our team regularly contributes expert commentary and market intelligence to…

Dr Ben Hamer
What does the future of work in Australia look like?

Last week, we were delighted to welcome clients, candidates and industry leaders to our annual Future of Work event, featuring renowned futurist and workforce expert Dr Ben Hamer. Attended by professionals from across HR, Talent Acquisition, People & Culture and business leadership eager to explore the trends shaping the future of work, the event offered…

Payments in ANZ: 2026 Shift After the RBA Decision
Payments in ANZ: A Market Maturing – and What That Means for Talent

Payments in ANZ feels different in 2026 – and the recent RBA surcharge decision has only accelerated that shift. For years, the narrative was simple: growth, adoption, disruption. That’s still true — but it’s no longer enough. What we’re seeing now is a shift toward a more mature phase, where margin, regulation, distribution and execution…

The Shift in the Financial Controller Role Across Funds Management, Superannuation & FinTech

The Shift in the Financial Controller Role In recent months, we’ve observed a marked rise in demand for Financial Controllers across Funds Management, Superannuation, and FinTech sectors. Compensation data aligns with this trend, reaffirming that these roles now command higher salaries and expectations. Compensation Trends: What the Numbers Show Average base packages for Financial Controllers…

The Rise of Fractional C-Suite in Boutique Financial Services

Why private wealth and family offices are opting for flexible leadership Boutique financial services firms, particularly within Australia’s private wealth and family office sectors, are increasingly turning to fractional C‑suite executives. This model offers access to top-tier leadership without the long-term cost or commitment of a full-time appointment. For firms navigating growth, complexity, and regulatory…

Keegan Adams Recruitment Annual Event Recap – Boost Productivity & Retention in 2025

2025 Annual Report: The Evolving Workplace We are pleased to launch our 2025 Annual Report: The Evolving Workplace — our second annual report and a reflection of our ongoing commitment to providing a valuable resource to our clients and candidates each year. This year’s report goes beyond salary benchmarking, offering in-depth insights into how businesses…

Superannuation
The Evolution of Australia’s Superannuation Industry and Keegan Adams Recruitment’s Strategic Role

The Rapid Transformation of the Superannuation Sector The Australian superannuation industry is undergoing a period of rapid transformation, driven by consolidation, regulatory shifts, and the internalisation of investment management. As of the September 2024 quarter, total superannuation assets reached $4.1 trillion, reflecting a 3.7% increase over the quarter. This growth underscores the sector’s critical role…

Funds Management
Funds Management Distribution Market Update 2025

The Australian funds management distribution market is experiencing significant transformation as we move into 2025. In the face of evolving industry dynamics, fund managers are contending with a declining financial adviser base, institutional market consolidation, intensifying competition, fee compression, and shifting investor preferences. This update delves into the key trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the…

Are you satisfied with your bonus?

In 2024, the Australian investment and wealth management industry is navigating a period marked by changing market conditions, regulatory shifts, and evolving workforce expectations. Bonuses and salary increases have become critical factors in attracting and retaining top talent, especially as firms strive to balance performance incentives with cost management amid uncertain economic landscapes.   Trends…