Assistant Accountant

International Permanent AU$80,000 - AU$100,000 per year Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
Our client is looking for a driven and confident candidate with solid experience in accounting duties. The role presents fantastic opportunity for growth and development under the guidance of senior figures in an expanding business.
  • Fantastic growth opportunities
  • Hybrid role

About Our Client

A growing FMCG business with international links.

Job Description

Financial Management & Reporting

  • Assist in the preparation of consolidated monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reports.
  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations, inventory management, and standard costing.
  • Stock reconciliation, and accounts payable/receivable processes.
  • Oversee daily cash flow, payment approvals, and collaborate with external tax advisors to ensure compliance.
  • Provide support for external audits and maintain the Fixed Asset Register.
  • Handle reconciliations for BAS, WET, bank accounts, and expense management systems.



Budget Management

  • Coordinate and develop budgets for multiple operations.
  • Deliver monthly variance analysis with detailed commentary on budget performance.



Stakeholder Engagement

  • Build and nurture strong relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Respond to stakeholder inquiries in a timely and professional manner.



General Responsibilities

  • Promote and uphold the organisation's core values and safety standards.
  • Ensure compliance with HR, quality, and operational policies and procedures.
  • Represent the company at events as a host, following company guidelines.
  • Complete performance development reviews and undertake other tasks as required.



Measurable Outcomes

  • Deliver all financial reports accurately and on time.
  • Provide prompt and precise responses to stakeholder queries.
  • Meet audit deadlines and ensure error-free, timely tax compliance submissions.

Notable Qualifications

  • A tertiary qualification in business or accounting.
  • Membership in a professional accounting body (CA or CPA) or currently working toward certification.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel, with excellent analytical skills and strong attention to detail.



The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will be someone confident and driven to succeed in accounting. An effective communicator that is looking for a long-term role where they can grow with the company. They will be adept in handling accounting duties independently as well as alongside a senior mentor. They need to show a passion to learn and get into the job and make it their own.

What's on Offer

Fantastic growth and development opportunities, a hybrid working structure, and the chance to work in an exciting FMCG space.

Contact
George Monk
Quote job ref
JN-122024-6616962
Phone number
+61386403140

Job summary

Function
Accounting & Finance
Specialisation
Accountant/Bookkeeper
What is your industry?
Retail
Location
International
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
George Monk
Consultant phone
+61386403140
Job Reference
JN-122024-6616962
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

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