LifeStrands Genomics (Australia) Pty Ltd - Mount Waverley VIC
Join our growing Australian business as an Assistant Finance Manager and be part of a team supporting a growing laboratory delivering precision oncology testing that helps improve patient outcomes. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for financial reporting and finance operations while working closely with management to support the company's continued growth. We are looking for a motivated and collaborative individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and contributing to both business success and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full accounting function, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations.
- Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process and oversee accounts receivable activities.
- Prepare weekly and monthly bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow.
- Maintain payroll records and process payroll-related accounting entries.
- Prepare and lodge BAS, payroll tax, FBT and other statutory compliance requirements.
- Prepare monthly management reports,
financial analysis and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
- Coordinate month-end and year-end closing activities and support external audits.
- Maintain internal controls, accounting policies and compliance with relevant regulations.
- Manage inventory accounting and stock controls.
- Process and reconcile intercompany transactions.
- Support process improvement initiatives and provide ad hoc financial and operational support as required.
Skills & Experience
- Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
- CPA/CA qualified or working towards qualification preferred.
- Minimum 5 years' accounting experience.
- Sound knowledge of Australian accounting standards, BAS, payroll tax and compliance requirements.
- Strong Excel and accounting ERP skills, Dynamic 365 Finance, preferred.
- High attention to detail with a hands-on, proactive approach.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while fostering solid teamwork and cross-functional collaboration.