Senior Assistant Accountant

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Are you an experienced accounting professional looking for a hands-on role where you can take ownership of a broad range of financial operations?

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Assistant Accountant to join a stable finance team. Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will play an integral role in managing day-to-day accounting functions, supporting month-end processes and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records.

The role starts as a fixed-term contract with genuine potential to go permanent. It suits someone who enjoys working across the full accounting function, takes initiative and thrives in a collaborative environment.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Your responsibilities will span Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, general accounting and administration, including:

Accounts Payable

• Manage end-to-end accounts payable processes, including invoice processing, vendor setup and fortnightly payment runs.
• Prepare purchase orders, reconcile supplier accounts and review outstanding purchase orders.
• Monitor vendor ageing reports and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage company credit card reconciliations and employee expense claims.
• Reconcile supplier statements and ensure accurate GL allocations.

Accounts Receivable

• Manage customer invoicing, credit notes and account reconciliations.
• Monitor debtor ageing and follow up outstanding payments.
• Conduct credit checks and establish new customer accounts.
• Process dealer machine billing and maintain accurate customer records.
• Manage PPSR registrations and maintain supporting documentation.

General Accounting & Month-End

• Complete daily bank reconciliations and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end close, including Trial Balance reconciliations and General Ledger reconciliations.
• Manage intercompany reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and fixed asset schedules.
• Assist with BAS preparation, GST compliance and tax-related reporting.
• Prepare weekly cash flow forecasts and management reporting.
• Support inventory and stock reconciliations, depreciation schedules and cost analysis.
• Assist with year-end audit requirements and provide supporting financial documentation.

General Administration

• Provide backup support across payroll, HR and general office administration when required.
• Assist with travel bookings, office purchasing and other operational administration.
• Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, customers and suppliers.

ABOUT YOU:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline.
• CPA studies underway or a willingness to pursue professional accreditation.
• 5+ years' experience in a corporate accounting or similar finance role.
• 2–3 years' experience supporting month-end financial close processes.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge across AP, AR, reconciliations and general ledger.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills (Pivot table, Vlookup, Xlookup, etc)
• Experience working with ERP systems; exposure to Microsoft Dynamics AX will be highly regarded.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.

NEXT STEPS:
If you are looking for your next opportunity to further develop your accounting career in a broad and hands-on position, we would love to hear from you.
Please click APPLY NOW.

Speak soon,
Mae
0488810266
mae@norwestrecruitment.com.au

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