The Junior Accountant reports to the Finance Manager of the Australian subsidiary and is responsible for day-to-day accounting operations, cash management, tax compliance, and coordination with the Group Finance team. This role requires a working knowledge of both PRC GAAP and Australian Accounting Standards (AASB), with English as the working language.

Key Responsibilities

2.1 Daily Operations - AP, AR, Bank Reconciliation & Reimbursements

- Process accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR), including invoice verification, data entry, and payment processing.
- Perform bank reconciliations to ensure accurate and up-to-date account balances.
- Manually reconcile entries recorded in the OA system and handle travel reimbursement and administrative procurement transactions.
- Review employee expense reimbursement claims to ensure compliance with company policies.
- Manage daily cash receipts and payments, prepare daily cash reports, and ensure fund security.
- Review and post various expenses, including advertising, transportation, and routine fixed costs.
- Handle rebate and brand fund accounting for the subsidiary.
- Maintain and manage the fixed asset register.

2.2 Month-end Closing & Reporting

- Participate in the month-end closing process, ensuring all tasks are completed within strict deadlines.
- Prepare and post journal entries in the general ledger.
- Assist in preparing monthly financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement) and related management reports.
- Handle GST-related matters and lodgements, including the preparation and submission of monthly Business Activity Statements (BAS).
- Assist in annual corporate income tax returns.
- Support FBT (Fringe Perks Tax) reporting as required.
- Cooperate with internal and external audits.
- Ensure all financial operations comply with Australian Taxation Office (ATO) regulations and Australian Accounting Standards (AASB).

3.3 Systems & Process





- Process financial transactions in the SAP system (noting that some functionalities are currently limited).
- Perform data analysis and processing using Excel; create and maintain financial templates for recurring use.
- Support the continuous improvement of financial processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Assist in the rollout, upgrade, and maintenance of SAP modules for the Australian subsidiary.
- Ensure the integrity and completeness of financial data.

2.4 Local Support

- Provide timely financial support and respond to enquiries from local employees.
- Address finance-related queries and needs raised by onsite staff.
- Ensure all local finance operations are conducted in full compliance with relevant regulations and internal policies.
- Assist the Finance Manager in monthly/annual financial analysis.
- Support finance work related to vehicle sales, parts sales, and after-sales service.
- Complete other finance-related tasks as assigned by the department.

3. Qualifications

3.1 Education

- Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Holding a junior accounting professional certificate is a plus.

3.2 Experience

- 1-3 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Experience in the automotive industry or in a multinational company is preferred.
- Overseas study or work experience is an advantage.

3.3 Technical & Professional Skills

- Familiarity with PRC GAAP and Australian Accounting Standards (AASB).
- Knowledge of the Australian tax system, including GST, BAS, and FBT.
- Proficient in SAP and MS Office, especially Excel.
- Basic financial analysis capability.
- Understanding of AP/AR, general ledger, and other fundamental accounting processes.

3.4 Language Skills

English proficient as a working language (fluent in speaking, reading, and writing)

3.5 Other Requirements

- Willingness to be based in Australia (expatriate assignment).
- Hold a valid Australian work visa, Australian citizenship, or permanent residency is preferred.
- Strong cross-cultural communication and teamwork abilities.
- Detail-oriented, responsible, and able to work under pressure.

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