Sircel Group is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to join our Sydney-based finance team and play an significant role in supporting the Financial Controller across a broad range of finance and accounting responsibilities. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to contribute to financial reporting, compliance, month-end processes and the day-to-day operations of the finance function while working within a collaborative and supportive team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Preparation and processing of month-end reporting through to trial balance
- Recording accruals, prepayments, and associated journals
- Maintenance and reconciliation of the Fixed Assets Register
- Balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations, including bank reconciliations
- Manage accounts payable, including supplier invoices, payment runs and month-end accruals
- Manage invoicing process, including raising invoices, following up payments and reconciling receipts
- Collation of timesheets and processing payroll accurately and on time, including superannuation, PAYG and leave entitlements
- Preparation and processing of payment files across the group
- Management of inventory reconciliations in collaboration with Site Managers
- Oversight and reconciliation of intercompany transactions
- Assistance with year-end audit preparation and audit file collation
- Responding to requests from external tax accountants and auditors
- Assistance in budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting
- Participation in ad hoc projects and general accounting support as required
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- A solid foundation in accounting principles
- A business degree with a major in Accounting or Finance
- CPA or CA qualified, or currently completing your qualification (highly regarded)
- Working knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables)
- Solid working knowledge of Xero, including bank reconciliations, bills, invoices and reporting
- Previous experience with ERP software
- Good understanding of Australian payroll obligations, including superannuation, PAYG withholding, STP and leave entitlements
- Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail
- High level of initiative with the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
- Clear communication skills and a can-do attitude