An established, purpose-led not-for-profit organisation is seeking an Assistant Financial Accountant to join its finance team for an initial 6-month maternity leave contract.
This is a great opportunity to join a large, complex organisation in a broad accounting role covering month-end, reconciliations, compliance and financial reporting. The role will support the Finance Manager across multiple legal entities and work closely with stakeholders across the wider business.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Bank and balance sheet reconciliations
- Month-end support, including accruals and prepayments
- Cash flow reporting and bank account-related activities
- BAS and FBT preparation/support
- Government funding acquittals and clearing accounts
- Supporting statutory reporting and audit requirements
- Assisting with financial controls and process improvements
You will ideally have:
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Experience within a large, multi-entity organisation
- Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience highly regarded
- Exposure to month-end, reconciliations and financial reporting
- A relevant Finance/Accounting degree
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LOCATION
Sydney, NSW, Australia
INDUSTRY
Accounting
SALARY
80,000 - 90,000 Year $80k - $90k + Super
ROLE TYPE
Contractor
For more information, please reach out to
Madi Hendrickse
[email protected]
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