At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage accounts payable, bank reconciliations, and support payroll processes.
- Company: Award-winning retail and entertainment brand with a strong growth trajectory.
- Benefits: Great training opportunities, supportive team, and a vibrant work culture.
- Other info: Hands-on role with real variety and mentoring for personal development.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic finance team and grow your career in a thriving business.
- Qualifications: 3-4 years in accounting, degree qualified, and pursuing CPA or CA.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
Lawson Elliott Recruitment – Sydney CBD NSW
This award-winning business is one of Australia’s standout premium brands in the retail and entertainment sector, known for beautifully designed venues and memorable experiences. With more venues on the way, the business is in a big growth phase. It’s also recognised as a great place to work, with multiple national employer awards and a strong reputation for investing in training and development.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Accountant to join this growing energetic finance team, reporting directly to the Finance Manager. It’s a hands‑on role with real variety and mentoring to help you grow as the business expands.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Oversee accounts payable, including invoice coding, supplier set‑up and preparing payment runs for approval
- Complete bank reconciliations across multiple entities and follow up any variances promptly
- Reconcile supplier statements monthly and resolve vendor queries
- Manage the staff card program and reimbursements in line with company policy
- Support payroll by checking timesheets, maintaining employee records and assisting with reconciliations
- Contribute to the rollout of a new payroll platform, including data checks and parallel pay runs
- Prepare journals, work papers and schedules to support month-end and year-end close
- Assist with the annual budget, management reporting and finance process improvements
To be considered for this role, you will have 3–4 years’ experience in an accounts or assistant accountant role. You’ll be degree qualified and either studying, or planning to study, towards your CPA or CA. You’re accurate, organised and comfortable working across multiple entities and deadlines, and you’re keen to learn and grow within a business.
Assistant Accountant in Sydney employer: Lawson Elliott Recruitment
Join a dynamic and innovative investment firm that is rapidly expanding its presence across Australasia, offering a unique opportunity for growth and development in the corporate finance sector. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and professional advancement, employees are encouraged to engage in meaningful projects that directly impact the business while enjoying a supportive work culture that values expertise and initiative. Located in a vibrant market, this role not only promises competitive remuneration but also the chance to be part of a forward-thinking team that is shaping the future of finance.
Contact Details:
Lawson Elliott Recruitment Recruitment Team
