Gold Buyers Central - General Accountant Opportunity!
Gold Buyers Central is a 100% Australian-owned business and one of the nation's leading gold and silver recyclers. With stores located in major shopping centres across Australia, we provide customers with a safe, convenient, and trusted place to exchange unwanted jewellery for cash on the spot.
We are now looking for a General Accountant who is proactive, detail-oriented, and ready to take a hands-on role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business. This is not just a back-office role, your contribution will play a key part in the success and growth of the company.
Responsibilities
* Perform daily bank, credit card accounts reconciliations, and inventory ledger reconciliations.
* Prepare cash flow forecasts and contribute to the development of budgets and accounting policies.
* Monitor precious metal market prices (gold & silver) and incorporate price movements into input cost analysis, forecasting and margin management to support pricing and profitability decisions.
* Analyse income, expenses and operating costs to provide insights for management decisions.
* Manage accounts payable and receivable and liaise with suppliers and creditors to resolve issues
* Prepare and present monthly and annual financial statements to directors and management.
* Support audit processes and conduct financial investigations where necessary
* Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including preparation and lodgement of BAS, Payroll Tax, superannuation and GST.
* Process fortnightly payroll, including commissions and prepare payroll reconciliations and reports.
* Perform month-end close activities, including accruals and balance sheet reconciliations.
Skill Level and Experience Required
* Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting
* Approximately 12 months of relevant accounting experience
* Proficiency in XERO, any inventory management software (Cin7/VEND) and Microsoft Office.
* Must have knowledge of the precious metal industry operations including buying and selling gold and other materials from the public in compliance with Federal Government legislation.
* Time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
* Works independently as well as in a team.
* Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills.
* Highly attentive to detail.
* Demonstrated ability in problem-solving and process improvements.
* Ability to travel.
If you're someone who wants to lead by doing, enjoys a fast-paced and people-focused environment, and takes pride in building a positive store culture, we'd love to hear from you.
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