About The Role

Our client, a well-established organisation, is adding a permanent Assistant Accountant to its Finance team. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll own the full payments cycle, keep the bank reconciliations tight, and help make the team's processes faster and cleaner.

Responsibilities
Manage the Accounts Payable inbox
Process invoices and keep AP records accurate in the ERP system
Prepare and load fortnightly and month-end payment runs, including international payments
Provide the leadership team with payment summaries and open invoice reports ahead of each run
Run mid-month and month-end partner payment runs, and reconcile approvals against NetSuite and payment platforms
Set up and maintain vendor records, including checking GST registration and bank details
Post journals, and review sub-ledgers for negative balances or returned payments
Keep bank reconciliations current across designated entity accounts, and investigate unmatched items quickly




Give weekly updates on outstanding reconciliation items
Help document processes and suggest improvements that cut down payment errors

Skills & Experience
Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Assistant Accountant or Finance Administration role
Solid bank reconciliation and payment processing experience
Robust Excel skills
Valuable understanding of financial controls and approval processes
Careful attention to detail, and you meet deadlines without being chased
You take ownership, take feedback well and fix the root cause of a problem

Benefits
Permanent role with a reliable, supportive finance team
Room to grow your accounting skills beyond AP
A team that values accuracy, accountability and continuous improvement

Apply now, or contact Sam Liu at Perigon Group on 04•• ••• 806 for a confidential conversation.
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📌 Assistant Accountant Melbourne
🏢 Perigon Group Pty
📍 Melbourne