Financial Accountant - Part time 20 hours per week
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Financial Accountant for a key client of ours and play a role in supporting the accuracy, efficiency, and success of our financial operations.
This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys working across a broad range of finance activities, taking ownership of their responsibilities, and contributing to a collaborative team environment.
About The Role Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting functions of the business, ensuring financial information is accurate, timely, and compliant with internal policies and accounting standards.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Managing accounts receivable processes, including collections, overdue account follow-up, cash applications, and resolving customer account queries.
- Processing supplier invoices, preparing payment runs, and responding to supplier enquiries.
- Performing regular bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate balance sheet reconciliations.
- Investigating and resolving reconciliation discrepancies and ensuring financial records remain accurate.
- Supporting month-end close activities, including journal entries, reporting assistance, and general accounting tasks.
- Preparing monthly BAS and payroll tax returns, as well as supporting payroll-related activities when required.
- Reviewing and auditing expense claims to ensure compliance with company policies.
- Processing fixed asset transactions and maintaining accurate accounting records.
- Supporting the Financial Controller with key finance activities and providing back-up across critical processes.
- Ensuring compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and quality requirements.
- Identifying opportunities to improve processes and proactively supporting the finance team by taking ownership of additional tasks when priorities are completed.
About You You are a proactive and detail-oriented accounting skilled who enjoys working in a hands-on role and contributing to a high-performing finance team. You take pride in delivering accurate work, meeting deadlines, and finding ways to add value beyond your core responsibilities. To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have
- A qualification in Accounting or Finance (degree or diploma), with CPA/CA studies considered advantageous.
- Minimum three years' experience in a financial accounting role.
- Experience preparing BAS and payroll tax returns.
- Strong knowledge of accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, and month-end accounting processes.
- Hands-on experience using SAP and intermediate Excel skills.
- Strong attention to detail, organisation skills,
and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
You are someone who is reliable, adaptable, and motivated to make a difference. You don't wait for work to be assigned-you actively look for opportunities to support the team, improve processes, and contribute wherever needed. You bring a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
If you are interested in this opportunity and believe your skills and experience align with the role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application or email your resume to
[email protected] or call 0408 343 153.
Who We Are At PERSOL , we connect people to meaningful work and growth.
With decades of experience and a future-focused mindset, we're here to support your career journey. We offer fresh opportunities, trusted guidance, and a people-first approach.
We're committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace that embraces diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.
We strongly encourage applications from women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, and individuals from all communities.
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