At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare journals and reconciliations while supporting month-end close and audit prep.
- Company: Established not-for-profit organisation with a supportive finance team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work, extra family leave, and development support.
- Other info: Opportunity for long-term career growth and occasional site visits.
- Why this job: Grow your accounting skills in a collaborative environment while studying CPA or CA.
- Qualifications: Experience in AR/AP roles and strong Excel skills; accounting degree preferred.
The predicted salary is between 26.1 - 31.9 $ per hour.
Lower North Shore, NSW | Hybrid Work Arrangement
$75,000 to $90,000 base plus Superannuation and not for profit salary packaging
Job Brief
Our client is looking for an Assistant Accountant who enjoys doing the detailed work themselves: preparing journals and reconciliations directly in the finance system. You'll have the support of an experienced team as you build your accounting skills. The role suits someone studying CPA or CA who has come from AR or AP and is ready to move into accounting.
About Our Client
Our client is a well established not for profit organisation. The finance team is small, social and supportive, with a mix of experience levels and a strong focus on helping people grow. The function is currently bringing transactional work across from another state into Sydney, and this role is part of building that team.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and post day to day journals across receivables and payables, including dishonoured direct debits and bank adjustments
- Prepare balance sheet and fixed asset reconciliations for review
- Complete daily and monthly bank and general ledger reconciliations
- Work with the accounts receivable team on the bad debt provision
- Support month end close, including journals and variance analysis
- Assist with audit preparation and keep supporting documentation accurate
- Visit sites occasionally to work with operational teams
Requirements
- Experience in an accounting support, accounts receivable or accounts payable role, with a clear interest in moving into accounting
- Currently studying, or planning to start, CPA or CA
- An accounting degree or similar qualification is desirable
- Experience preparing journals and reconciliations
- Strong Excel skills and experience with an ERP system; Epicor is an advantage
- Experience in an environment where you deal directly with individuals or families, rather than businesses, is an advantage
- Happy to travel to sites from time to time; a driver's licence is an advantage
What's on Offer
- Hybrid work arrangement and an office close to the Metro
- Extra family leave days on top of annual leave
- A long term role in a team that invests in your development while you complete your studies
Assistant Accountant in Sydney employer: [axr] Recruitment & Search
At [axr] Recruitment & Search, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture. As a Senior FP&A Analyst, you'll have the opportunity to drive impactful financial strategies during a transformative period while partnering with senior executives across multiple divisions. With a competitive salary package and a strong likelihood of permanent placement, we are committed to supporting your professional growth and providing a rewarding work environment that values innovation and adaptability.
Contact Details:
[axr] Recruitment & Search Recruitment Team
