Accounting clerk (bathurst)

We are a small but dynamic retail business operating multiple newsagency and tobacco stores in the Central West region. We are currently looking for a qualified and experienced Accounting Clerk to join our administrative team and support the financial operations across our locations.

This is a full-time role suitable for someone with strong accounting knowledge and experience in retail environments. As an Accounting Clerk, you will be responsible for:

• Prepare and process invoices, supplier bills, customer receipts, and payments; reconcile vendor statements, follow up on overdue accounts, and manage creditor and debtor ledgers
• Enter financial data daily into the accounting system; perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure consistency between internal records and bank statements
• Allocate expenditures to appropriate cost centres (e.g., rent, wages, stock, utilities); track payroll‐related expenses, packaging costs, and identify variances against budget
• Maintain standard cost records for inventory items; compile cost data for internal budgeting and reporting
• Monitor inventory levels across all retail stores; place replenishment orders with suppliers in a timely manner to maintain stock availability
• Investigate and document cost fluctuations, support preparation of profit and loss statements, and assist in compiling operational budgets
• Generate internal reports including cost of goods sold, inventory movement summaries, and store‐level profitability analyses
• Provide administrative and financial support to store managers; liaise with suppliers and internal personnel; assist with audits, reporting requirements, and financial compliance tasks
• Prepare periodic reports on total costs, inventory adjustments, selling prices, and store profitability

• A relevant accounting or bookkeeping qualification (minimum Certificate III)
• At least 1 year of experience in a similar accounting role
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., MYOB, Xero)
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks across different store locations
• Positive communication and organisational skills

• Secure, long‐term employment in a family‐owned business
• Opportunity to work across multiple store operations
• Supportive environment with flexible work arrangements

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person