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Assistant Accountant

Dandenong Temporary Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
Join a well-established business as an Assistant Accountant on a 3-month temporary contract with the potential to become permanent. This hybrid opportunity offers valuable hands-on accounting experience, career development, and a flexible 3-days-office, 2-days-home working arrangement.
  • Enjoy a 3:2 office/home split for better work-life balance.
  • Gain valuable month-end accounting experience in a hands-on finance role.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established organisation operating within the industrial and distribution sector. They are recognised for their strong market presence, collaborative culture, and commitment to delivering quality products and services across Australia.

Job Description

The successful Assistant Accountant will be responsible for:

  • Processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
  • Performing bank, supplier and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Assisting with month-end close activities and journal entries.
  • Maintaining the general ledger and supporting financial reporting.
  • Assisting with accruals, prepayments and account analysis.
  • Supporting budgeting, forecasting and reporting processes.
  • Investigating and resolving accounting discrepancies.
  • Providing finance support to internal stakeholders and assisting with ad hoc projects as required.



The Successful Applicant

The Successful Assistant Accountant Should Have:

  • Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant, Accounts Officer or similar finance role.
  • Completing or recently completed a qualification in Accounting, Finance or Commerce.
  • Experience with reconciliations, journals and month-end processes.
  • Intermediate Excel skills and exposure to ERP/accounting systems.
  • Strong attention to detail, communication skills and a proactive approach to work.
  • Working towards a CA or CPA qualification will be highly regarded.

What's on Offer

  • 3-month temporary opportunity with potential to become permanent.
  • Hybrid working arrangement - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home.
  • Convenient South Eastern Suburbs location.
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment.
  • Opportunity to develop your accounting skills and gain valuable industry experience.



If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity as an Assistant Accountant, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Jessica Starns
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7062075
Phone number
+61 386166222

Job summary

Function
Accounting & Finance
Specialisation
Accountant/Bookkeeper
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Dandenong
Job Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Jessica Starns
Consultant phone
+61 386166222
Job Reference
JN-072026-7062075
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

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