Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Finance Team of a well-established, global manufacturing and distribution business with operations across Australia, New Zealand and the United States.
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Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of day-to-day financial operations while gaining valuable experience across financial reporting, reconciliations, fixed assets, inventory and compliance.

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This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will be involved in:

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- Bank account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.
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- Maintaining general ledgers and financial records across multiple entities.
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- Monthly balance sheet reconciliations and preparation of supporting workpapers.
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- Preparation of monthly departmental and ad hoc financial reports.
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- Preparation of monthly and quarterly GST returns.
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- Assisting with manufacturing variance reporting, production costs and stock control.
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- Managing fixed asset acquisitions, disposals and register maintenance.
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- Work-in-progress calculations and fixed asset accounting.
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- Supporting payroll processing and administration.
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- Overseeing and providing backup for Accounts Payable processes.
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- Assisting with year-end financial statements and income tax return packages.
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- Liaising with external tax agents and auditors.
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- Working collaboratively with internal teams to ensure efficient financial operations.
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This is an exciting opportunity to join the Finance Team of a well-established, global manufacturing and distribution business with operations across Australia, New Zealand and the United States.
n Based at the company's Oceania head office in Yatala, this role offers exposure to multiple entities, manufacturing operations and a broad range of accounting responsibilities, making it an ideal next step for an ambitious Assistant Accountant looking to progress their career.

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Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of day-to-day financial operations while gaining valuable experience across financial reporting, reconciliations, fixed assets, inventory and compliance.

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This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will be involved in:

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- Bank account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.
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- Maintaining general ledgers and financial records across multiple entities.
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- Monthly balance sheet reconciliations and preparation of supporting workpapers.
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- Preparation of monthly departmental and ad hoc financial reports.
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- Preparation of monthly and quarterly GST returns.
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- Assisting with manufacturing variance reporting, production costs and stock control.
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- Managing fixed asset acquisitions, disposals and register maintenance.
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- Work-in-progress calculations and fixed asset accounting.
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- Supporting payroll processing and administration.
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- Overseeing and providing backup for Accounts Payable processes.
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- Assisting with year-end financial statements and income tax return packages.
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- Liaising with external tax agents and auditors.
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- Working collaboratively with internal teams to ensure efficient financial operations.
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We are looking for an Assistant Accountant or Accountant who is ready to broaden their experience and take the next step.
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- 3+ years of accounting experience, ideally within an Assistant Accountant or similar role.
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- A degree qualification in Accounting.
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- Strong reconciliation and general ledger experience.
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- A genuine desire to develop your technical accounting knowledge.
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- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
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- Experience with Microsoft Business Central or a similar ERP system (desirable). Good Excel
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- Manufacturing experience is advantageous but not essential.
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- A proactive, solutions-focused approach and willingness to take ownership.
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Why This Role?

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- Career progression: An opportunity to step up from Assistant Accountant into a broader accounting position.
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- Varied experience: Gain exposure across multiple entities and manufacturing operations.
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- Supportive finance team: Work closely with experienced finance professionals.
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- Stable, established business: Join a global organisation with a robust market presence.
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- Work-life balance: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm, with limited overtime.
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