ABOUT THE ROLE
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well‐established, family‐owned organisation that prides itself on stability, genuine teamwork and long‐term commitment to its employees. Working closely with the Financial Controller, this role plays a key part in supporting the company's core accounting functions and ensuring smooth, accurate financial operations. With a hands‐on scope across general ledger maintenance, compliance activities, reporting, and transactional processes, this position is ideal for an accounting professional looking to grow their skills in a supportive, values‐driven environment where your contribution truly makes an impact.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Ensure the integrity of the general ledger by preparing, reviewing and posting journal entries.
* Carry out accurate and timely balance sheet reconciliations.
* Contribute to month‐end and year‐end close processes, ensuring all deadlines and reporting requirements are met.
* Work collaboratively with the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams to maintain efficient transaction processing.
* Manage credit control activities, including following up outstanding debts and maintaining effective debtor management practices.
* Prepare fuel tax credit calculations and assist with BAS compilation and lodgement.
* Oversee payroll accounting tasks, including payroll tax submissions and completion of year‐end payroll reconciliations.
* Provide day‐to‐day support to the Financial Controller and assist the broader finance team where required.
* Identify opportunities to streamline processes and contribute to ongoing improvements in financial systems and procedures.
* Support both statutory and management reporting, including preparing monthly financial statements and related documentation.
BENEFITS:
* Permanent full-time role, Monday to Friday (8:00am to 4:30pm).
* 5 weeks annual leave for excellent work-life balance.
* Supportive, family-owned company culture.
* Opportunities for professional growth and development.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
* 2-4 years' experience in an accounting role with strong exposure to general ledger maintenance and reconciliations.
* Experience in month-end and year-end reporting cycles.
* Exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, or transactional accounting functions.
* Experience in debt collection and credit control (desirable).
* Familiarity with payroll accounting and tax submissions (advantageous).
* Degree qualification in Accounting, Commerce, or a related field.
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulae).
* Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
* Clear and effective communication skills.
* Proactive and willing to take initiative within a team environment.
* Solid understanding of accounting principles and relevant regulations.
HOW TO APPLY:
If you're ready to join a growing business where your skills will be valued and developed, we want to hear from you!
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