Job Description
Love music but realised your talents were better suited to spreadsheets than sold-out stadiums?
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At The Gild Group, you'll work with some of Australia's most exciting artists and music industry businesses, helping them make smarter financial decisions and achieve their goals.
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This is an exceptional opportunity for a recent university graduate or an accountant with up to three years' experience to develop strong technical accounting and business advisory skills while working alongside experienced professionals in a fast-paced, collaborative, and rewarding environment.
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Reporting directly to the Business Manager, you'll gain hands-on experience across accounting, tour accounting, bookkeeping, management reporting, compliance, and client advisory services. We're seeking someone who is curious, eager to learn, and passionate about building a long-term career in public practice and business advisory within the entertainment industry.
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About Us
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The Gild Group is one of Australia's fastest-growing fully integrated multidisciplinary professional services firms, offering a comprehensive suite of best-in-class services across wealth, accounting, finance, legal, insurance, venture capital, incentives & grants, and marketing.
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We are committed to creating a lasting positive impact for our employees, our clients, and the professional services industry.
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The Role and Opportunity
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As a Graduate Accountant / Accountant, you'll support artists, managers, and music industry businesses by providing accounting, financial management, compliance, and advisory services. You'll gain exposure to the unique financial landscape of the entertainment sector while building a robust foundation in public practice accounting.
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What You'll Do
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Artist & Business Management
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Assist in managing the day-to-day financial affairs of artists, managers, and music businesses.
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Support clients with budgeting, cash flow management, and financial planning.
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Coordinate payments, approvals, and account administration across client portfolios.
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Assist with touring finances, including budgeting, settlements, and reconciliations.
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Help manage royalty collections and income allocations.
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Liaise with managers, agents, promoters, labels, publishers,



and other industry stakeholders.
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Assist with insurance renewals, policy administration, and claims management.
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Accounting & Financial Operations
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Maintain accurate accounting records and cloud accounting systems, primarily Xero.
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Process and review accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
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Complete bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations.
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Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reporting packs.
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Investigate discrepancies and ensure financial records remain accurate and up to date.
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Compliance & Reporting
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Prepare and lodge Business Activity Statements (BAS) and other routine compliance obligations.
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Assist with payroll, superannuation, and employment-related compliance requirements.
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Support month-end and year-end processes across multiple clients.
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Coordinate information required for financial statement and tax return preparation.
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Assist with international withholding tax variations and cross-border payment requirements.
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Maintain compliance calendars and monitor key deadlines.
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Client Service & Industry Support
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Build strong relationships with artists, managers, and industry partners.
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Respond to client enquiries and provide day-to-day financial support.
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Assist with onboarding new clients and implementing financial systems.
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Help clients understand their financial position through clear reporting and communication.
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Support the delivery of personalised business management services.
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Develop expertise across Xero, Microsoft 365, and industry-specific systems.
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Contribute to process improvements, reporting tools, and client workflows.
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Identify opportunities to automate routine tasks and improve efficiency.
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Stay up to date with developments in accounting, finance, and the music industry.
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What You'll Learn
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This role offers unique exposure to the financial side of the music industry, including:
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Artist and entertainment business management
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Tour accounting and settlements
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Royalty administration and reporting
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Cash flow management
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Budgeting and forecasting
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Insurance and risk management
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Superannuation and payroll compliance
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International payments and withholding tax requirements
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Management reporting and business advisory services
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What We're Looking For
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Passion for music and the entertainment industry.
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Commerce, or a related discipline (or currently in your final year of study).
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Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
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Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
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Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
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Full Australian working rights.
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Graduate or up to three years' experience in public practice accounting, bookkeeping, or a similar role.
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Experience using Xero, MYOB, or other cloud accounting software.
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Progression towards, or an interest in commencing, CA ANZ or CPA studies.
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Location
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This role is based in Cremorne and offers built-in flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance.
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During your onboarding and training period, you'll work closely with the team in-office to ensure you build strong technical capability and industry knowledge and post probation have access to our Moorabbin office and flexibility through hybrid working arrangements.
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Our offices are located in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Townsville, Philippines, and India.
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Why Join The Gild Group?
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Competitive remuneration based on experience.
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Genuine work-life balance with hybrid flexibility.
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A supportive, people-first culture that values innovation and growth.
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Exposure to diverse clients across Australia's fastest-growing industries.
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Opportunities for professional development and career progression within a rapidly growing diversified firm.
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📌 Graduate Accountant (Victoria)
🏢 The Gild Group
📍 Victoria