Overview
We are an established & rapidly growing FMCG company specializing in the importing and distribution of Asian food products to all major retailers in the Australian & NZ markets. An exciting prospect exists for an experienced, proactive, and self-motivated
Assistant Accountant (12 Months Fixed Term)
to join this leading company in Asian food products, located in Sydney West.
This role will be reporting to the Finance Manager. You will also help be part of the team's efforts to drive change, improve processes, and increase efficiency. Knowledge of Dynamics 365 will be preferred. This position will be a 12 months contracted role, with possibility to extend or convert to permanent position.
Position
Position Profile: As a critical finance team member, you will support all facets of the company's accounting activities, including month-end and year-end financial reporting, statutory compliance, auditing, and management of the accounting system. You will also be responsible for preparing inventory costing.
Responsibilities
Accounts handling mainly on receivable and on payable if required
General ledger accounting entries
Month-end and accruals processing
Preparation of credit notes/debit notes
Preparation of bank reconciliations
Assessing credit risks and credit control according to the profile of the customers
Closely monitor customers' collections and provide weekly cash receipt projection
Ensure all outstanding payments are collected and reconciled on time and highlight customers with high risks of default
Regular review of customers' credit limit & outstanding payments with the sales department and report it to different stakeholders
Preparation of periodic AR/AP aging reports, ad hoc analysis reports, monthly statements, and year-end reports
Co-operate and work well with finance and colleagues of other departments
Follow and carry out company policies and protocols as instructed strictly
Qualifications
Strong working knowledge of accounting concepts
Excel skills are expected
Strong communication skills in verbal & written English (Mandarin or Cantonese speaker an advantage)
Team player and able to work independently
Must have 2 to 3 years of local AU experience
Diploma or tertiary qualified in accounting
12 Months Fixed Term contract on site
What's On Offer
Exciting projects in the near future and a team-orientated work environment.
On-site parking is available in a prime Western Sydney location.
All qualified applicants, please apply online. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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📌 Assistant Accountant (Chinese Speaking) - 12 Months Fixed Term
🏢 Ettason
📍 Sydney