We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Assistant Accountant to join a stable finance team. Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will play an integral role in managing day-to-day accounting functions, supporting month-end processes and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
The role starts as a fixed-term contract with genuine potential to go permanent. It suits someone who enjoys working across the full accounting function, takes initiative and thrives in a collaborative environment.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Your responsibilities will span Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, general accounting and administration, including:
Accounts Payable
- Manage end-to-end accounts payable processes, including invoice processing, vendor setup and fortnightly payment runs.
- Prepare purchase orders, reconcile supplier accounts and review outstanding purchase orders.
- Monitor vendor ageing reports and resolve discrepancies.
- Manage company credit card reconciliations and employee expense claims.
- Reconcile supplier statements and ensure accurate GL allocations.
- Manage customer invoicing, credit notes and account reconciliations.
- Monitor debtor ageing and follow up outstanding payments.
- Conduct credit checks and establish new customer accounts.
- Process dealer machine billing and maintain accurate customer records.
- Manage PPSR registrations and maintain supporting documentation.
- Complete daily bank reconciliations and monthly bank reconciliations.
- Assist with month-end close, including Trial Balance reconciliations and General Ledger reconciliations.
- Manage intercompany reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and fixed asset schedules.
- Assist with BAS preparation, GST compliance and tax-related reporting.
- Prepare weekly cash flow forecasts and management reporting.
- Support inventory and stock reconciliations, depreciation schedules and cost analysis.
- Assist with year-end audit requirements and provide supporting financial documentation.
- Provide backup support across payroll, HR and general office administration when required.
- Assist with travel bookings, office purchasing and other operational administration.
- Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, customers and suppliers.
- A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline.
- CPA studies underway or a willingness to pursue professional accreditation.
- 5+ years' experience in a corporate accounting or similar finance role.
- 2–3 years' experience supporting month-end financial close processes.
- Strong technical accounting knowledge across AP, AR, reconciliations and general ledger.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills (Pivot table, Vlookup, Xlookup, etc)
- Experience working with ERP systems; exposure to Microsoft Dynamics AX will be highly regarded.
- Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
If you are looking for your next opportunity to further develop your accounting career in a broad and hands-on position, we would love to hear from you.
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Speak soon,
Mae
0488810266
mae@norwestrecruitment.com.au
