Accountant in Wagga Wagga

Are you an early-career accounting professional looking for a role where your work contributes to something meaningful? Join Sureway as an Accountant and help provide the financial accuracy, insight and accountability that enable our teams to change lives and build stronger communities. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will support financial and management accounting activities across a diverse, values-led organisation delivering employment, training and health services throughout Australia.

This is a hands-on opportunity to broaden your accounting experience while working within a collaborative team that values integrity, continuous improvement and responsible financial stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to month-end and year-end processes, including preparing journals, accruals, prepayments and general ledger reconciliations.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, investigate reconciling items and help maintain the integrity and accuracy of financial records.
• Assist with monthly management reports, financial statements, budgeting and forecasting, including analysing income, expenditure and variances.
• Support debtor and creditor management, cost allocations and the maintenance of the fixed asset register, including asset additions and disposals.
• Prepare reconciliations and supporting documentation for internal and external audits, maintaining accurate records and audit trails.
• Assist with payroll reconciliations and statutory compliance activities, including superannuation, payroll tax, GST and BAS reporting.

Skills and Experience

• A relevant qualification in accounting, commerce, finance or a related discipline, together with one to three years’ experience in an accounting or finance role.
• Sound knowledge of financial and management accounting processes, with an understanding of accounting standards, internal controls and statutory compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate discrepancies, identify trends and interpret financial information.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication and organisational skills, supported by a collaborative and values-focused approach.
• Intermediate Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP and SUMIFS, and experience using MYOB Exo, Xero, MYOB or a similar accounting system.
• Progress towards CPA or CA qualification, or experience with Power BI and financial reporting tools, would be highly regarded.

At Sureway, we believe in offering more than just a job. We provide growth, support, and rewards that help you thrive both professionally and personally.

• We pay above award rates – because your time and talent are worth more.
• Performance bonus scheme based on meeting benchmarks.
• Birthday leave – celebrate your special day with a paid day off every year.
• Additional leave – enjoy an extra week off each year after 3 years of service.
• Ongoing learning and development – access programs & study assistance to grow your skills and career.
• Recognition that means something – be celebrated through monthly awards and our annual team awards program.

This position requires the successful applicant to undertake a National Police Check and relevant state-based screens. Applicants also must have the right to work in Australia and hold a valid driver’s licence with reliable transport.

Submit a cover letter and current resume as soon as possible. Applications are being considered as they are submitted.

We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ communities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.