ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
- Complete a structured three-month finance placement with a food distribution company, observing accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations and month-end processes.
- Gain exposure to inventory accounting, distribution costs, GST, BAS, payroll and cloud accounting software.
- Bring current accounting, finance or commerce studies, good Excel skills, attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
09th November, 2026
About the opportunity
We are partnering with a well-established Australian food distribution company to offer a structured 3-month student placement at its Sydney CBD head office. This is a great opportunity for an accounting or finance student who needs industry experience as part of their course, and wants to see how finance works inside a fast-moving distribution business.
About our client
Our client is a respected food distributor supplying [supermarkets / restaurants / cafés / foodservice] customers across Australia. Its head office supports warehouse and logistics operations with finance, purchasing and commercial functions, and it is committed to developing emerging accounting talent.
What you'll learn and observe
- Accounts payable and receivable processes in a high-volume wholesale business
- Supplier invoice matching against purchase orders and deliveries
- Bank reconciliations and month-end close procedures
- Inventory accounting across warehouses, including stock movements and stocktake adjustments
- Freight, logistics and distribution cost tracking
- Basics of GST, BAS preparation and payroll processing
- How finance works with purchasing, warehouse, logistics and sales teams
- Cloud accounting software and advanced Excel in a real business setting
Who we're looking for
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's, Master's or Diploma in Accounting, Finance or Commerce
- Required to complete a work placement or internship as part of your course
- Strong attention to detail and good Excel skills
- Clear written and verbal communication
- Eager to learn and comfortable asking questions
What you'll get
- Hands-on learning in a finance team, with a dedicated supervisor and regular check-ins
- Placement documentation and assessment support for your education provider
- A reference letter on successful completion
- Exposure to the food supply chain and wholesale distribution industry
- Flexible days to fit around your studies (e.g. 2-3 days per week)
- A central CBD location close to public transport
- Support from our recruitment team before and during your placement
Placement details
- Duration: 3 months, starting ASAP
- Location: Client head office, Sydney CBD
How to apply
Click Apply or send your resume, a short cover letter, and confirmation from your education provider that a placement is part of your course to *************************. Applications are reviewed as they arrive, so apply early. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by our team for an initial chat before being introduced to the client.
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