About the role

Our client is a well-established organisation experiencing steady growth and is looking for an Assistant Accountant to join their collaborative finance team. Based in Wetherill Park, the business offers a hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 days from home). This position is ideal for someone with a background in transactional finance who is looking to step into an accounting-focused role. You will gain exposure to month‑end processes, journals, and reconciliations while continuing to utilise your strengths in receipting and allocations.

Position Description

- High-volume cash receipting and payment allocations
- Investigating and resolving discrepancies
- Assisting with journals and general ledger entries
- Supporting balance sheet reconciliations
- Assisting with month-end processes
- Working across internal systems (ERP) to maintain accurate financial records





Candidate Profile

- Experience in receipting, allocations, or transactional finance (AR/AP)
- Basic understanding of accounting principles (debits & credits)
- Solid attention to detail and reconciliation skills
- Experience working in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
- Excellent communication and a proactive, positive attitude
- A genuine interest in developing a career in accounting

What’s on Offer

- A permanent role within a stable and growing business
- Hybrid working conditions (3 days in office)
- Clear progression into an accounting career
- Supportive team environment with training and development
- CA/CPA benefits post probation

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