Join Our Team as an Accountant & Payroll Specialist
Are you a detail-driven accounting professional with a passion for numbers and a knack for payroll precision? Our dynamic media publishing group, based in Macquarie Park, is seeking a motivated and experienced Accountant to take ownership of key financial operations across our portfolio of companies.
This is a hands-on role with real impact—ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to contribute to a creative, collaborative business.
Key Responsibilities
You will play a pivotal role in managing and streamlining our financial and payroll processes, including:
Payroll
- End-to-end processing of fortnightly payroll across the group
- Reconciliation of wages, superannuation, commissions, and contractor payments
- Compliance reporting: PAYG, STP, payroll tax, workers’ compensation, and superannuation lodgements
- Budgeting for wages and commissions of the group
- Supporting HR with payroll-related admin
Accounting & Reporting
- Assist with preparation of management reports and annual budgets
- BAS, IAS, FBT, and other statutory reporting
- Royalty calculations and reconciliations for licensed and non-licensed products
- Monthly reconciliation of subscriptions and digital sales
- Major Customer payment reconciliations
- Year-end financials and GL reconciliations
- Oversight of AP, AR, and bank reconciliations of subscriptions and digital sales
- Month-end reconciliation for subsidiary entities
Stakeholder Engagement
- Build strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners
- Provide insights and support to senior management
What We are Looking For
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
- 3–5 years’ experience in mid-level accounting, payroll, and admin roles
- Strong communication skills—both written and verbal
- Advanced spreadsheet and reconciliation skills
- A proactive, problem-solving mindset
- Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure
- High-level organisational skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting software (Attaché experience highly regarded)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in chartered accounting firms is an advantage
- CPA, CA, or equivalent tertiary qualification
- Background in commerce, business, or accounting
What we are offering:
- A market-competitive salary package
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Free Parking
Ready to Apply?
If you are ready to take the next step in your accounting career and contribute to a vibrant media group, we would love to hear from you. Please send your resume to gantoun@umco.com.au
📌 Accountant & Payroll Specialist
🏢 Universal Magazines
📍 Macquarie Park