We are currently seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our dynamic finance team.
The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to process AP invoices, perform weekly payment runs, and manage staff expense reimbursements in accordance with company policies.
Key responsibilities include:
* Accounts Payable & Expense Management: Process AP invoices (approx. 50% of workload), perform weekly payment runs, and manage staff expense reimbursements
* Sales Reporting & Revenue Recognition: Conduct weekly sales closing and prepare consolidated sales reports to ensure accurate revenue recognition and provide performance insights for management
* Regulatory Compliance & Tax Reporting: Complete Business Activity Statements (BAS), assist with GST and PAYG compliance to ensure adherence to ATO regulations and accounting standards
* Banking & Reconciliations: Perform bank reconciliations across multiple entities and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies for accurate cash position reporting
* Journal Entries & General Ledger Maintenance: Prepare and post journals for sales, fixed assets, leases and prepayments; maintain supporting schedules and ensure consistency with accounting policies
* Cash Flow & Financial Monitoring: Assist in preparing and updating cash flow forecasts to reflect current inflows and outflows, supporting short-term liquidity and planning
* Departmental Cost & Variance Analysis: Generate monthly expense reports for HR, IT, and marketing; review structural costs and conduct variance analysis to support monthly close and decision-making
The successful candidate will possess:
* Bachelor's degree or above in Accounting, Finance, or a related commercial discipline
* Currently undertaking or commenced professional certification such as CPA or CA
* Prior experience in accounting or finance-related roles
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including functions such as VLOOKUP, PivotTables, and etc.
Please note that only applicants able to commit to working full-time from our office, Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm each day will be considered for this role.