Our client is a long-established Australian specialist in dangerous goods (DG) logistics, providing end-to-end solutions across air, road, and sea freight. Known for their commitment to safety, compliance, and industry best practice, they support clients nationwide with secure, reliable DG transport, packaging, and training services.
They're looking for a skilled
Accountant
who will manage day-to-day financial operations, statutory compliance, and management reporting, while overseeing payroll, reconciliations, and month-end processes for the business.
Job Responsibilities:
Accounting Duties
Prepare financial reports, dashboards, budgets, and cashflow analysis.
Oversee Accounts Receivable and Payable, including invoicing and creditor payments.
Maintain accurate financial records in line with legislative requirements.
Manage bank and credit card reconciliations.
Set up finance leases and oversee rental agreements.
Assist with intercompany accounts.
End-of-Month Requirements
Process EOM journals, including depreciation and annual leave.
Prepare monthly management reports and reconciliations.
Manage EOM adjustments, queries, and statutory requirements (PAYG, superannuation).
Reconcile GST and ensure accurate allocations.
Review balance sheets, debtors, and creditors.
Prepare and lodge PAYG, BAS, FBT, and WorkCover returns.
Perform GL reconciliations and intercompany loan entries.
General Administration
Reconcile monthly bills and analyse expenses for cost-saving opportunities.
Manage fuel cards, vehicle registrations, insurances, and eTags.
Auditing Requirements
Assist with EOFY audits, WorkCover, and Payroll Tax reviews.
Liaise with external accountants and auditors and prepare required documents.
Payroll
Process fortnightly payroll.
Maintain employee records, leave balances, and payroll reports.
Manage recent hires, terminations, and superannuation contributions.
CPA-qualified accountant or equivalent.
Advanced skills in
Xero, Hubdoc, Dext, Zendesk
, and
MS Excel
.
Strong analytical, financial reporting, and business communication skills.
Proven ability to lead accounting functions and support small teams.
Highly organised, accurate, and detail-oriented.
Experience in financial reporting, compliance, budgeting, and audit preparation.
Demonstrated ability to work in small office environments with competing priorities.
Permanent work-from-home set-up
Dayshift (Australian business hours)
Full-time job
HMO
Annual leave
Christmas Bonus equivalent to 1 month's wage (pro-rata)
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