Job Description
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.
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Key Responsibilities
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2.1 Daily Operations - AP, AR, Bank Reconciliation & Reimbursements
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Process accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR), including invoice verification, data entry, and payment processing.
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Perform bank reconciliations to ensure accurate and up-to-date account balances.
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Manually reconcile entries recorded in the OA system and handle travel reimbursement and administrative procurement transactions.
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Review employee expense reimbursement claims to ensure compliance with company policies.
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Manage daily cash receipts and payments, prepare daily cash reports, and ensure fund security.
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Review and post various expenses, including advertising, transportation, and routine fixed costs.
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Handle rebate and brand fund accounting for the subsidiary.
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Maintain and manage the fixed asset register.
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2.2 Month-end Closing & Reporting
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Participate in the month-end closing process, ensuring all tasks are completed within strict deadlines.
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Prepare and post journal entries in the general ledger.
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Assist in preparing monthly financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement) and related management reports.
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Handle GST-related matters and lodgements, including the preparation and submission of monthly Business Activity Statements (BAS).
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Assist in annual corporate income tax returns.
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Support FBT (Fringe Benefits Tax) reporting as required.
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Cooperate with internal and external audits.
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Ensure all financial operations comply with Australian Taxation Office (ATO) regulations and Australian Accounting Standards (AASB).
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3.3 Systems & Process
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Process financial transactions in the SAP system (noting that some functionalities are currently limited).
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Perform data analysis and processing using Excel; create and maintain financial templates for recurring use.
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Support the continuous improvement of financial processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
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Assist in the rollout, upgrade, and maintenance of SAP modules for the Australian subsidiary.
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Ensure the integrity and completeness of financial data.
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2.4 Local Support
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Provide timely financial support and respond to enquiries from local employees.
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Address finance-related queries and needs raised by onsite staff.
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Ensure all local finance operations are conducted in full compliance with relevant regulations and internal policies.




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Assist the Finance Manager in monthly/annual financial analysis.
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Support finance work related to vehicle sales, parts sales, and after-sales service.
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Complete other finance-related tasks as assigned by the department.
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3. Qualifications
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3.1 Education
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Bachelor's degree or above in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
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Holding a junior accounting professional certificate is a plus.
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3.2 Experience
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1-3 years of relevant accounting experience.
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Experience in the automotive industry or in a multinational company is preferred.
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Overseas study or work experience is an advantage.
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3.3 Technical & Professional Skills
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Familiarity with PRC GAAP and Australian Accounting Standards (AASB).
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Knowledge of the Australian tax system, including GST, BAS, and FBT.
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Proficient in SAP and MS Office, especially Excel.
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Basic financial analysis capability.
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Understanding of AP/AR, general ledger, and other fundamental accounting processes.
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3.4 Language Skills
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English proficient as a working language (fluent in speaking, reading, and writing)
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3.5 Other Requirements
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Willingness to be based in Australia (expatriate assignment).
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Hold a valid Australian work visa, Australian citizenship, or permanent residency is preferred.
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Robust cross-cultural communication and teamwork abilities.
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Detail-oriented, responsible, and able to work under pressure.
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📌 Junior Accountant (Sydney)
🏢 JETOUR Australia
📍 Sydney