Macquarie Park location with onsite parking and public transport access

7 additional leave days per year

Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits, meaning you pay less tax

Join a values-based organisation making a difference in the lives of older Australians At Catholic Healthcare, we have been providing care and support to older people for over 30 years. With more than 6,000 employees across NSW and Southeast Queensland, our mission is to promote the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities.

We're seeking an Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team based in Macquarie Park. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional looking to further develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Role

Reporting to the Financial Accountant, you will assist with a broad range of accounting activities, maintain accurate financial records, support statutory reporting requirements, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function.

Key responsibilities include: Assisting with month-end and year-end close activities

Preparing and posting journal entries, accruals and prepayments

Performing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating discrepancies

Supporting external audit requirements and responding to audit queries

Assisting with BAS, FBT and other statutory reporting obligations

Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls

Liaising with internal stakeholders to resolve finance-related queries





Identifying opportunities to improve and streamline finance processes

Supporting system upgrades, process enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives To be successful in this role you'll need: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or a related discipline

2 to 3 years' experience in a similar accounting role

Sound understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting requirements

Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

Solid written and verbal communication skills

Ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders across the business What we can offer you: Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits

Additional leave benefits, including 7 extra days off per year

Paid parental leave

Fitness Passport discounted gym membership

Long Service Leave after 5 years

Ongoing learning and development opportunities A collaborative and values-driven workplace culture Catholic Healthcare promotes the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities. We welcome applicants from all faiths and backgrounds who share our commitment to delivering excellence and living our values of Compassion, Courage and Integrity.

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If you're looking to build your accounting career with a respected not-for-profit organisation and be part of a high-performing Finance team, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Assistant Accountant - Permanent Full-Time (Macquarie Park)
🏢 Catholic Healthcare
📍 Macquarie Park