WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
As the Assistant Accountant, you will support in maintaining the financial system including general ledger maintenance, updates, balancing, reconciling and control processes.
You will:
assist in the preparation of various compliance returns and external reporting requests (e.g. GST, FBT, payroll tax, TPAR, PTR, senate QoNs) including reconciliation to the general ledger process monthly accrual, prepayment, provision and other adjusting journal entries prepare monthly reconciliations support the accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll functions process and maintain the fixed assets register in accordance with asset capitalisation procedures assist with end of financial year processes, including the preparation of annual financial statements and external audit process contribute to the development, improvement and implementation of accounting, taxation and financial management procedures and templates provide input on finance-related projects such as improvements to internal reporting or changes to software packages used improve existing practices and processes, by identifying improvement opportunities, generate ideas and implement solutions. This is a permanent role based in Newcastle.
WHY WORK WITH US?
As a Commonwealth Government entity that regulates portable long service leave, we are proud of the difference we make in the lives of hardworking Australians. By connecting employees in the black coal mining industry to their long service leave entitlements, we're giving back life's most precious gift: time. We believe in our purpose, are focused on our strategic goals, and are committed to serving our clients and strengthening industry partnerships.
What we offer:
We're a dedicated team of professionals who deliver meaningful, purpose driven work in a supportive and inclusive workplace culture built on values of trust, openness, respect, care and honesty. Our hybrid working model and compressed hours enable you to balance your career and lifestyle, giving you the time to grow, excel and do what you love. Located in the progressive and vibrant city of Newcastle, our contemporary workplace provides you with a space to connect and collaborate with colleagues, while also enabling you to balance work–life commitments. We want our people to live their best lives while working with us. To find out more about our great employee benefits and what it's like to be part of the team, reach out to our friendly talent acquisition team at .
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
To be successful in the role of Assistant Accountant, you will have previous experience in an accounts or assistant accountant role with exposure to monthly close procedures, the preparation of reconciliations and taxation compliance returns. You will be highly motivated with a passion for accuracy and process improvement.
Your background will demonstrate your:
proficiency with accounting and financial systems strong Excel skills with high attention to detail capability to develop and review processes for improvement ability to verify information for accuracy and relevance effective communication skills across all levels analytical and problem-solving skills and initiative to question and interrogate data ability to work with limited direction under broad guidelines, both independently and co-operatively in a team environment excellent organisational skills and the ability to work within tight timeframes ability to work in a changing and dynamic work environment. You will have tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Business or a related discipline, at least at a certificate level.
If you meet most of the criteria above and are keen to grow in others, we would like to hear from you.
If this sounds like you, apply now.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter introducing yourself and telling us what attracted you to the position and what value you believe you can add to this role.
Applications close on Monday, 13 Jan 2025.
Note: Your cover letter should be no longer than 800 words.
Australian citizenship, residency or working rights is a prerequisite for this role.
Applications are open to all qualified candidates regardless of their background, identity, experiences and beliefs. Please connect with us at any time during the process for a confidential conversation regarding your application, including if you require any adjustments or considerations in order to participate fully in our recruitment process.
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The successful applicant for this role will be required to undergo working rights checks, background checks including a police check, and other assessments as required.
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