Assistant Accountant

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Accountant to join our close-knit finance team. With multiple entities across the group, the finance team plays an important role and focuses upon accurate reporting and compliance spanning a broad operating environment. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, this hands-on role offers exposure across accounting, payroll, and financial operations. Your primary focus will be performing month-end activities, reconciliations, payroll and financial compliance. This is a role best suited to someone who enjoys variety and likes to keep busy. 

 Key Responsibilities

• Month-end reconciliations and reporting 

• Year-end reconciliations and reporting

• Fixed asset reconciliations and reporting

• Payroll processing and reporting

• ATO compliance, including BAS preparation and lodgement

• Intercompany account reconciliation

• General ledger maintenance and reconciliations

• Prepare accurate journal entries

• Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions

• Support continuous improvement and effective financial operations

 Knowledge and Skills

• Previous experience in a similar accounting role

• A sound understanding of month-end reporting is essential

• Practical knowledge of financial reporting and tax compliance

• High standard of financial data integrity is expected

• Payroll knowledge is preferred

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, primarily Excel and Outlook

• Working knowledge of Xero Accounting Software an advantage

• Experience using Employment Hero Payroll highly regarded

• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Degree qualified in Accounting, Finance or related field

• Minimum 3 years in a similar accounting role

• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• The ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion

• The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and adapt to change

• Commitment to meeting deadlines

Benefits

• Stable full-time employment 

• Attractive remuneration

• Free onsite parking

• Career growth opportunities where hard work is recognised 

• We celebrate milestones and achievements

• Staff involvement programs and incentives

• Thrive in a collaborative team where every voice is valued

To be successful in this role you will be self-motivated, detailed and disciplined. We want you to succeed and enjoy a long-term role with us.

Apply now by submitting your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.