Job Description

We are a manufacturing-based company located in Mulgrave. We are part of an international group

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delivering high-precision engineered products to our customers worldwide.

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About the Role

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We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join our ANZ Finance team on a permanent full-time basis.

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Reporting to the Finance Operations Manager, this newly created role provides an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career finance professional to develop practical experience across core accounting functions. You will support the Finance team with transaction processing, reconciliations, month-end activities, reporting support, and continuous improvement initiatives while working alongside experienced finance professionals in a collaborative environment. This position is ideal for someone who is curious, analytical, highly organised, and eager to build a long-term career in finance.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Assist with Accounts Payable activities, including invoice processing, vendor payments, account reconciliations, and maintaining accurate accounting records
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- Support month-end close activities, including journals, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and preparation of supporting schedules
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- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, including bank, debtor, creditor, and general ledger accounts, investigating and escalating reconciling items where required
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- Maintain accurate data within finance systems and assist with finance process documentation
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- Contribute ideas and initiatives to improve finance processes, efficiency, accuracy, and transparency
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- Support compliance with internal controls, approval processes, audit requirements, taxation obligations, and company accounting policies
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- Provide general finance administration and support to the Finance Operations Manager, Financial Accountant, and broader ANZ Finance team as required
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- Complete assigned finance tasks accurately, within agreed timeframes, and in accordance with company procedures
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- Identify discrepancies, data quality issues, and process exceptions, escalating matters where appropriate
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- Handle confidential financial and commercial information with discretion and professionalism
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About You

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- Recent graduate in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business, or a related discipline, or 1–2 years' experience in a similar accounting or finance support role
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- Sound understanding of basic accounting principles, including double-entry accounting, accruals, reconciliations, and financial statements
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- Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
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- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with a willingness to further develop advanced spreadsheet and reporting skills
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- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
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- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence to build effective working relationships across the business
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- Positive attitude, strong learning agility, and a genuine desire to develop a career in finance
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- Professional, reliable, and committed to maintaining confidentiality and high standards of accuracy
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What We Offer

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- Prospect to launch your finance career within a global organisation
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- Structured training, coaching, and mentoring from experienced finance professionals
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- Supportive and collaborative team environment
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- Exposure to a broad range of accounting and finance activities
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- Ongoing learning and career development opportunities
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