The Company:
Join a global leader in advanced manufacturing recognised for innovation, precision and sustainability. With strong local operations and a reputation for excellence, this organisation offers stability, long-term career opportunities, and the chance to be part of a trusted international brand.
Due to continued growth, we are seeking a motivated Assistant Accountant to join the finance team in Sydney. This is a newly created position designed to support the day-to-day finance function and strengthen the accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their accounting career who is looking to broaden their experience within a supportive and well-established organisation.
The Position:
Reporting to the Senior Financial Accountant, this is a hands-on and broad finance role will support key accounting processes including accounts payable, accounts receivable and month-end activities, while ensuring financial records are accurate and up to date. Key responsibilities will include;
Accounts Payable
- Process supplier invoices and ensure accurate coding to the general ledger
- Verify invoices against purchase orders and supporting documentation
- Prepare and process supplier payment runs
- Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies
- Maintain vendor records and respond to supplier enquiries
- Generate and issue customer invoices in a timely and accurate manner
- Allocate incoming payments and reconcile customer accounts
- Monitor outstanding receivables and assist with credit control
- Investigate and resolve customer billing discrepancies
- Liaise with internal teams regarding invoicing and customer accounts
- Perform bank, supplier and customer account reconciliations
- Assist with balance sheet reconciliations and review general ledger transactions
- Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation
- Assist with month-end close activities
- Prepare journals, accruals and prepayments
- Support the preparation of monthly financial reports
- Assist with financial analysis and reporting as required
Ideally you will be a self-motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working in a team-based finance environment.
- Accounting or finance qualification (completed or in progress)
- Experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable or an assistant accounting role
- Understanding of core accounting principles
- Intermediate Excel skills and experience with ERP systems
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
- Circa $80,000 + Super
- Newly created role within a growing organisation
- Exposure to a broad range of finance activities
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for development
- Wetherill Park - on-site parking, own transport to worksite is essential
- WFH – 1 day after probation period
In the first instance please apply online for additional questions please call Debbie Hannaford or Keryn Drew on 029891 7400.
At Elements Recruitment we exist to help people find the right place and help businesses grow with the right people. That’s why we welcome candidates from all walks of life and offer adjustments if needed. If there’s anything we can do to make the recruitment process more comfortable or accessible for you let us know.
