Summary:

The Assistant Accountant role plays a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of accounts payable and payroll functions. This position is essential for maintaining financial integrity and supporting the overall operational efficiency of the business. The successful candidate will contribute to the financial health of the company by managing vendor payments and employee remuneration effectively.

• Responsibilities: Process and manage all accounts payable transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Reconcile company credit card and staff reimbursement to the general ledger.
• Prepare and process payroll on monthly basis
• Exposure to the full month-end close cycle
• Assist with Balance Sheet reconciliation
• Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions and ensure proper documentation is in place.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth financial operations and address any payroll-related queries.

• Qualifications: Bachelor Degree : Business , Accounting or Finance degree.
• 2+ years in an Australian accounting/accounts role.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable and general finance operations.
• Nice to have : Understanding of Australian payroll obligations: Fair Work, superannuation, PAYG, STP and payroll compliance.
• High attention to detail, strong numeracy and an absolute commitment to confidentiality.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise across teams and respond to employee queries.
• Proficiency with payroll and ERP/accounting systems and intermediate Excel (reconciliations, lookups, pivots).
• Ability to manage competing priorities and fixed pay and payment deadlines in a fast-paced environment.