The Client
Melbourne Metropolitan College in Adelaide has built its reputation as a vocational institute that offers quality education for both domestic and international students. They now seek an experienced Accountant to join their team.
The Role
The role on hire is for a full time Accountant based Adelaide, SA at an annual salary set at $80,000 plus superannuation.
The Responsibilities
The Accountant duties include but are not limited to:
* Development and implementation of accounting and internal control systems and selection of appropriate accounting policies
* Preparation of cash flow, budget, and evaluation of financial risks for capital investment projects
* Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with prescribed college policies and procedures
* Ensure the accuracy of the information provided in the financial statements
* Preparation of financial reports by collecting, analysing, and summarizing accounting information for stakeholders
* Preparation of special purpose reports regarding absorption, consolidation, mergers, capital financing, financial commitments, and obligations, if required
* Analyse operations, trends, costs, and revenue of the organization
* Liaison with external accountants for the preparation of tax returns and business activity statements
* Preparing annual budgets and quarterly forecasts, analysing financial figures, and commenting on discrepancies
* Liaise with external tax accountants and government authorities for auditing purposes
* Responsible for conducting periodic internal audits to verify the accuracy of financial records and taking relevant measures to eliminate financial risks
* Supervise end-to-end payroll for employees on a weekly and fortnightly basis
* Analyse operating costs and expenditures, escalating findings to senior management for improvement
The Requirements
* At least a Bachelor Degree in Accounting
* Must have at least 2 years' accounting experience in a professional capacity gained within Australia
* Must have at least 2 years' accounting experience in a corporate setting
* Must have at least 2 years' commercial experience in MYOB Accounting and XERO software
* Must have at least 2 years' commercial experience with company income tax and GST
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy with the ability to multi-task
* Shows initiative, has strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive mindset
* Demonstrates outstanding written and verbal communication skills
* Excellent time-management skills with exceptional ability to work under pressure
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