Assistant Accountant at Indeed - Australia

Sydney, Western Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Dec, 26

Salary

65000.0

Posted On

24 Sep, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Industry

Financial Services & Insurance

Description

Full job description

Competitive Salary
Role Autonomy
Immediate Start

About the Opportunity

Worksforyou is partnering with a professional services business based in Wagga Wagga to recruit an experienced Assistant Accountant. This is a permanent role employed directly by our client — Worksforyou is managing the recruitment process on their behalf.

Our client is an established professional services firm operating in the Wagga Wagga region. They're looking for a reliable, hands-on Assistant Accountant to take ownership of their weekly payroll and accounts receivable cycle, with broader exposure to bookkeeping and ATO compliance work.

This is a key hire for the business, you'll be running the weekly financial operations end-to-end and working closely with the leadership team.

The Role

This is a hands-on accounting role suited to someone who has prior experience running payroll and accounts receivable in a fast-moving, high-volume environment.

You will be the backbone of the weekly financial cycle, owning payroll for a large workforce and managing the invoicing pipeline, with exposure to broader bookkeeping and compliance work.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll

Process weekly payroll for 200–500 staff across multiple sites
Manage variable hours, penalty rates, overtime, and weekend loadings (including post-8-hour and weekend rates)
Ensure all workers are paid accurately and on time, with correct entitlements and certifications tracked
Reconcile timesheets and resolve discrepancies with site supervisors
Handle payroll queries from workers and resolve them promptly and empathetically

Accounts Receivable

Raise and manage approximately 50 invoices per week across a diverse client base
Track outstanding invoices, follow up with clients, and maintain an accurate AR ledger
Reconcile client accounts and resolve billing disputes or queries
Support credit control and escalate overdue accounts where needed

Broader Accounting & Compliance

Prepare and lodge ATO BAS (Business Activity Statement) returns accurately and on time
Perform regular bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
Assist with month-end processes, accounts payable, and general ledger maintenance
Support preparation of financial reports and assist the external accountant at year-end
Maintain clean, organised financial records and ensure compliance with ATO requirements

What We're Looking For

Essential

Prior experience in an accounting role managing both payroll and accounts receivable
Experience processing high-volume payroll (weekly pay runs for 200+ staff)
Solid understanding of Australian payroll, including award/penalty rates, entitlements, and superannuation
Experience preparing and lodging BAS statements with the ATO
Confident with bank reconciliations and core bookkeeping
Proficient with accounting software (e.g., Xero, MYOB, or QuickBooks) and spreadsheets
Strong attention to detail and a track record of accurate, timely work
Excellent communication skills — you'll be talking to staff, clients, and the leadership team daily

Desirable

Experience in the professional services industry
A relevant qualification (Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, Diploma of Accounting, or working towards a degree/CPA)
Experience handling multi-entity or multi-state payroll

Personal Attributes

Diligent and detail-oriented — accuracy in payroll is non-negotiable
Empathetic and patient when handling payroll queries
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly
A team player who acts as an extension of the business, not just a back-office function

What's On Offer

A key role in an established professional services business in Wagga Wagga
Close, collaborative team environment — you'll work directly with leadership
Exposure to the full finance function, not just a narrow slice
Real ownership: you'll run the weekly payroll and AR cycle end-to-end

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