Senior Assistant Accountant
Job Summary
Support the Finance team by delivering accurate, timely, and compliant financial information.
Main Responsibilities
* Financial Processing: Ensure precise processing and documentation of all financial transactions to maintain integrity and accuracy of financial records.
* Closing Procedures: Assist in monthly and yearly closing procedures by preparing necessary journals and reports, ensuring timely and accurate financial close.
* Balance Sheet Reconciliation: Assist in reconciliation of balance sheets to ensure all accounts are balanced and discrepancies are addressed promptly.
* Intercompany Reconciliation: Reconcile intercompany transactions and report.
* Fixed Assets: Assist in CAPEX process, maintain register and perform monthly reconciliation.
* Payroll Assistance: Process payroll related journals, prepare for payroll tax calculation and compliance.
* Government Reporting: Prepare BAS, FBT, and other government reports to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Audit Support: Assist in preparation of required documentation.
* Ad-Hoc Reporting: Generate ad-hoc reports and provide financial information as requested to support various business needs and decision-making processes.
Requirements
* Bachelor's Degree: Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
* Experience: Minimum 2-3 years in Assistant Accountant or similar role.
* Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel (Vlookup and Pivot table).
* Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with Australian accounting standards and tax regulations.
Desirable Qualifications
* Professional Certification: CPA or CA certification.
* Industry Experience: Manufacturing or FMCG background, understanding of BOM.
* System Experience: ERP systems such as Movex, PowerBI, Xero, or Dynamic 365.
* Reporting: Ability to generate Power BI reports.
Skillset
* Strong written and oral communication skills, ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
* Self-motivated learner with proactive problem-solving skills, agile and can-do attitude.
* High attention to detail and accuracy.
* Ability to work to deadlines and with excellent time management skills.