KEY SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline such as Bachelor of Commerce/Accounting or equivalent combination of qualifications and work experience.
• Prior work experience and demonstrated success in Assistant Accountant function within a complex environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial controls, accounting processes and experience in applying policy and guidelines.
• Experience in managing stakeholder expectations and appropriately responding to stakeholder needs.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills to inform, persuade and negotiate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders in a complex environment, to meet organisational expectations and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Well-developed time management and organisational skills, and the ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines, adopting a commitment to providing excellent service.
• Working knowledge of computer applications and experience in enterprise financial systems (e.g. Business Central, Solver and Calumo).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to accurately report on business data and financial transactions to support senior management.
  Full details can be found in the position description.

This position provides support to Mindgardens in day-to-day finance services such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking, general ledger maintenance and reconciliation of accounts. Reporting to the Finance Manager, they are responsible for providing proactive, practical and efficient financial support for all aspects of Mindgardens.