Accountant (General)

ECB Training Services Pty Ltd

Location: 44 McMinn Street, Darwin NT 0800
Employment Type: Full-time, 38 hours per week
Salary: $85,000–$95,000 per annum plus superannuation

About the Company

Superior Recruitment Services is recruiting on behalf of ECB Training Services Pty Ltd, an established Registered Training Organisation (RTO No. 41369) based in Darwin, Northern Territory.

Established in 2013, ECB Training Services provides nationally recognised vocational education and industry-focused training across sectors including construction, civil infrastructure, resources and workplace health and safety. The organisation is committed to delivering quality training and supporting workforce skills development.

ECB Training Services is seeking a qualified and experienced Accountant to join its team on a full-time basis and support its financial reporting, accounting compliance and ongoing business operations.

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Accountant to join the organisation on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will play an important role in managing financial reporting, maintaining effective accounting systems, ensuring statutory compliance and providing financial analysis to support the organisation's ongoing operations and business development.

The position requires a professional with strong analytical capabilities, sound knowledge of Australian accounting and taxation requirements, and the ability to provide reliable financial information and recommendations to management.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements and supporting financial schedules, ensuring accurate reporting of the organisation's financial position and performance.
- Analyse revenue generated from training programs and other business activities, review operating expenditure and assess financial performance to identify trends, discrepancies and opportunities for improved cost management.
- Develop and maintain annual operating budgets, financial forecasts and expenditure projections in consultation with management, monitoring actual financial results against budgets and investigating significant variances.
- Examine financial records, general ledger transactions, accounting entries and supporting documentation to verify the accuracy of reported income, expenses, assets and liabilities and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards.
- Prepare and review financial information required for Business Activity Statements, GST reporting, payroll-related statutory obligations and income tax returns,



ensuring appropriate reconciliations and supporting documentation are maintained.
- Review and improve accounting systems, financial reporting processes and record-keeping procedures to strengthen the accuracy, reliability and efficiency of the organisation's financial operations.
- Establish, monitor and review internal financial controls relating to revenue recognition, expenditure approvals, payment authorisations and financial reporting, identifying weaknesses and recommending corrective measures.
- Prepare year-end financial reconciliations, adjusting entries, supporting schedules and documentation required for external accounting reviews, audits and statutory financial reporting.
- Investigate discrepancies in accounting records, financial transactions and reconciliations, determine the underlying causes and recommend appropriate adjustments or improvements to financial procedures.
- Monitor cash flow, outstanding receivables, payment obligations and working capital requirements, preparing cash flow forecasts and advising management on maintaining adequate funds for operational commitments.
- Review banking transactions, financial commitments and funding requirements, providing recommendations to management regarding cash management, financial arrangements and effective allocation of available resources.
- Assess the financial implications of proposed business expenditure, equipment purchases, operational improvements and expansion activities, preparing cost assessments and financial recommendations to support management decisions.
- Prepare financial performance reports and management summaries covering revenue, operating expenses, profitability, budget variances and other relevant financial indicators to assist with business planning and performance evaluation.
- Analyse the financial performance of individual training programs and operational activities, including associated delivery costs, administrative expenditure and revenue generation, to support efficient resource allocation and sustainable business operations.
- Assist with the development, implementation and periodic review of accounting policies and financial procedures to ensure consistency with Australian Accounting Standards and relevant statutory reporting requirements.
- Identify potential financial risks arising from changes in revenue, expenditure, cash flow and operational commitments,



and recommend appropriate financial controls and risk management measures.
- Liaise with external accountants, auditors, taxation advisers, financial institutions and other relevant stakeholders regarding financial statements, accounting records, compliance requirements and financial reporting matters.
- Provide professional accounting advice and financial recommendations to management regarding business performance, financial planning, cost efficiency and the overall financial sustainability of the organisation.

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate:

- A Bachelor's degree or higher qualification in Accounting, Commerce (Accounting) or a closely related discipline.
- A minimum of one year of relevant professional experience in an accounting position.
- Strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards, financial reporting principles and applicable taxation requirements.
- Demonstrated experience preparing financial statements, management reports, budgets, cash flow forecasts and financial reconciliations.
- Proficiency in accounting software such as Xero, MYOB or equivalent financial management systems.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to analyse and interpret complex financial information.
- Sound understanding of financial controls, accounting procedures and statutory reporting obligations.
- Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain financial information and provide recommendations to management.
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and maintain accuracy while meeting reporting deadlines.

CPA or CA qualifications, or progress towards professional accreditation, will be highly regarded.

Salary and Employment Conditions

This is a full-time, ongoing position based at 44 McMinn Street, Darwin NT 0800, requiring 38 hours of work per week.

The annual salary will be between $80,000 and $90,000 plus superannuation, depending on the successful applicant's qualifications, experience and skilled capabilities.

How to Apply

Suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit their current resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications, professional accounting experience and suitability for the role.

Applications will be reviewed by Superior Recruitment Services on behalf of ECB Training Services Pty Ltd.

We welcome applications from candidates who possess the required qualifications, skills and relevant professional experience.

Pay: $85,000.00 – $95,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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