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Assistant Accountant

Parramatta Permanent AU$75,000 - AU$80,000 per year Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
An exciting opportunity for an Assistant Accountant to join a collaborative finance team, supporting both accounting and Accounts Receivable functions. This broad role offers exposure to month-end processes, reporting, reconciliations, compliance, and credit management, with scope to take on additional responsibilities as the business grows.
  • Strong career development in a growing finance team
  • Flexible working hours and 1 WFH day per week

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and highly regarded organisation with a strong market presence and a supportive, team-oriented culture. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an ambitious Assistant Accountant to join their finance team and contribute across a range of accounting and Accounts Receivable activities.

Job Description

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing the Accounts Receivable function, including account setup, credit applications, credit reviews, debtor management, and account reconciliations.
  • Performing bank reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and general ledger reconciliations.
  • Assisting with month-end processes and reporting activities.
  • Supporting BAS preparation, audit requirements, and finance reporting.
  • Monitoring customer accounts, credit limits, overdue balances, and bad debt provisions.
  • Preparing regular reporting on debtors, credit exposure, and account performance.
  • Working closely with internal stakeholders to ensure financial targets and deadlines are achieved.



The Successful Applicant

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • 3-4 years' experience in an Assistant Accountant, Accounts Receivable, or similar finance position.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and month-end processes.
  • Previous experience managing Accounts Receivable and credit functions.
  • Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and XLOOKUPs.
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical accuracy.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
  • A proactive and collaborative approach, with a willingness to learn and develop.



What's on Offer

  • Salary package of $75,000 - $80,000 + Superannuation.
  • One day work from home each week.
  • Flexible working hours.
  • Broad exposure across accounting, reporting, and Accounts Receivable.
  • Career progression opportunities within a growing finance function.
  • Supportive, collaborative, and down-to-earth team culture.



If you're ready to move forward in your career as an Assistant Accountant, we encourage you to apply.

Contact
Antony Woodbury
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7081845
Phone number
+61280460701

Job summary

Function
Construction
Specialisation
Accounts Assistant
Industry
Retail
Location
Parramatta
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Antony Woodbury
Consultant phone
+61280460701
Job Reference
JN-082026-7081845
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Michael Page acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land we operate on.