$73,701 – $81,888 per year + superannuation
A great opportunity exists for one Graduate or Junior Accountant with under 5 years of experience to kick off 2025 by joining a dynamic team in a values-based NFP. Supporting the Finance Manager and accounting operations of the Catholic Diocese of Rockhampton, the role will assist in meeting management and financial reporting obligations.
The Graduate Accountant is responsible for:
Producing monthly financial reports including cash flow, profit and loss, and balance sheet statements Producing annual financial reports and budgets Preparing and submitting returns to meet current statutory and legislative obligations, including those imposed by various governing bodies Preparing work papers for audit Maintaining the fixed asset register Preparing and completing journals Keeping abreast of accounting standards and best practices Ensuring the integrity of accounting systems and the currency of transactional data Performing periodic reconciliations of the general ledger and balance sheet Participating in work area meetings Ensuring timely reporting and compliance. The successful candidate will have the following:
Degree in Business, Commerce, Accountancy or related discipline Less than 5 years' experience working in an accounting-oriented role Ability to analyse, interpret, reconcile, and communicate financial information Ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks with competing timelines Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills allied to practical judgement Ability to learn, with direction from Financial Accountant Good financial acumen Intermediate computer software skills, including Microsoft Excel and accounting packages Ability to understand internal controls and process improvement Good interpersonal skills Active participant in the Catholic Church community and/or lifestyle compatible with the values and teachings of the Church As we are committed to the safeguarding of children, young people, and adults at risk, a national criminal history check is required for this role.
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Applications are to be submitted no later than 10am (AEST) on Friday, 10th January 2025 and should include a cover letter addressing your suitability for the role and resume (including two professional or academic referees).
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How many years' experience do you have as an accountant? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you have a current Australian driver's licence? Have you completed a qualification in accounting? To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.
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