At a Glance
- Tasks: Support finance functions, manage billings, and assist with accounts payable.
- Company: Respected professional services business in Sydney CBD.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, potential for remote work, and a polished work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and potential permanency for the right candidate.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience in a professional setting while balancing your studies.
- Qualifications: Experience in accounting or finance, ideally in a professional services context.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
Our client is a highly respected, professional services business with approximately 45 employees and a strong reputation for specialist expertise. Based in corporate Sydney CBD offices, the business offers a polished, professional environment and continues to grow.
This is a 4–6 month temporary Assistant Accountant opportunity supporting a lean finance function through its busiest period. The role can be structured as part-time school hours of four to five hours per day, five days a week, or as a full-time position for a slightly more experienced candidate able to take on additional responsibilities such as payroll and journals. One day working from home may be available once settled, with potential for further flexibility over time. While permanency is not expected, it may be considered for the right person.
Duties include:
- Manage time-based billings by following up timesheets and finalising invoices through a clear, documented process
- Process trust account receipts, payments and related disbursements accurately
- Support Accounts Payable, including supplier reconciliations, payments and payment runs
- Assist with cash reporting, bank reconciliations and a small amount of credit control and collections
- Liaise with colleagues across the business to collate information and maintain accurate finance records in Xero
Your Background
- Immediately available to start work
- Professional services experience ideally from a legal environment
- Experience with time-based billings, Accounts Payable, reconciliations or trust accounting will be highly regarded
- Open to either the part-time school-hours arrangement or the full-time option
- For the full-time option, broader experience with payroll, journals or month-end support is advantageous
- A professional presentation, clear communication style and ability to work efficiently with the Finance Manager
Temporary Assistant Accountant in Sydney employer: Richard Lloyd Recruitment
Join a dynamic and supportive team in the heart of Sydney's Western Suburbs, where your expertise as a Senior Bookkeeper will be valued and rewarded. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth, offering ongoing training and development opportunities to help you excel in your career. With a focus on work-life balance and a commitment to innovation, we provide a unique environment for you to thrive while managing the full transactional cycle in a fast-paced SME setting.
