Job Description

Australia

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Contract - Other

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We are a well-established Australian-based recruitment company undergoing rapid expansion byaccommodating professionals in key positions to support overall operations.

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant with strong payroll knowledge and a solid grounding in general accounting. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working across both payroll compliance and core accounting functions, contributing to smooth financial operations in a fast-paced environment.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring compliance with legislation, awards, EBAs, superannuation, and taxation requirements.
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- Maintain accurate payroll records; process leave, overtime, and termination calculations.
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- Prepare and reconcile payroll-related journals, general ledger accounts, and month-end payroll reports.
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- Manage accounts payable and receivable, including invoice processing, payment runs, and debtor follow-up.
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- Assist with cashflow monitoring, bank reconciliations, and variance analysis.
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- Support month-end and year-end financial reporting processes.
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- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.
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- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and statutory obligations.
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- Liaise with internal teams, external auditors,



and government agencies as required.
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Key Requirements

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- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline (CPA/CA qualified or working towards highly regarded).
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- Proven experience in both payroll processing and general accounting functions.
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- Strong knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, taxation, and superannuation.
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- Experience with accounts payable, receivable, reconciliations, and cashflow management.
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- Proficiency in accounting and payroll systems (Xero, MYOB, SAP, or similar).
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- Advanced Excel skills with the ability to manage and analyse large datasets.
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- Excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
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- High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and commitment to confidentiality.
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- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
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Why Join Us?

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- Be part of a cooperative and supportive finance team.
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- Opportunity to work across a diverse range of accounting and payroll functions.
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- Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.
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We invite applicants of integrity and competence to join our team. An attractive starting salary awaits the rightcandidate and thereafter will be commensurate with qualification and performance with practice.

📌 Accountant - General Accounting & Payroll (New South Wales)
🏢 Chandler Holdings
📍 New South Wales