Assistant Accountant

at  Rural Funds Management Limited

Assistant Accountant
Rural Funds Management (RFM) is looking for an Assistant Accountant with a strong focus on working precisely, and with excellent oral and written communication skills. You will be based at our inner-city Sydney office, provide support to qualified Accountants, and be mentored by our highly experienced Finance team.

REQUIREMENTS

To be successful in this position you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting
• Commenced CA/CPA qualifications (desirable) or be willing to commence
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (Australian Accounting Standards)
• A high level of expertise with MS Office Suite, particularly MS Excel
• The ability to work within strict timelines to meet financial reporting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• A minimum of two years’ experience as a Graduate, Assistant Accountant or Finance Officer, would be preferred
• A proactive and enthusiastic approach to your work
• Applicants with prior experience, or a background in agriculture will be highly regarded for this position.

ABOUT RURAL FUNDS MANAGEMENT:

Rural Funds Management (RFM) is an industry leader managing approximately $2.3 billion in agricultural assets on behalf of retail and institutional investors, including the ASX-listed Rural Funds Group (RFF). We have over 27 years’ experience owning, developing, and operating farms in most Australian states.
At RFM, our culture is built on the core principle of ‘Managing good assets with good people.’ We believe in being precise, offering variety, rewarding effort, and providing a friendly workplace.
Joining RFM means becoming part of a dedicated team of over 240 professionals, including fund managers, finance experts, horticulturists, agronomists, and farm managers. Whether you are seeking a corporate or operational role, RFM has a place for individuals who are passionate about agriculture and finance.
Job ID 7EA4A0B746

• Your responsibilities will include:
• Posting journals and performing reconciliations for RFM group entities
• Reconciliation of accounts
• Responding to queries from various stakeholders
• Liaising with operational staff regarding accounting related matters
• Liaising with the Trustee regarding fund transfers
• Providing assistance in the preparation of monthly reports and analysis of financial results
• Assisting with the preparation of annual budgets
• Ongoing support and review for the statutory accounts and taxation function
• Providing support to the bookkeepers as required