DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the accounts payable and accounts receivable ledgers, including bank reconciliations and processing of journals using a variety of programs
- Assist/review bank & payment matters
- Reporting in a timely and accurate manner to queries
- Assistance with the preparation of monthly or quarterly management accounts period end close processes
- Preparation of payroll tax STP and workers’ compensation reconciliations.
- Preparation of monthly/quarterly Business and Instalment Activity Statements
- Keeping the manager informed of progress and any issues arising
- Communicating and dealing with colleagues professionally and courteously
- Tasks deemed necessary to ensure excellent customer experience as determined by management
- Preparation of monthly/quarterly superannuation lodgements
- Ensuring recordkeeping is complete and up to internal standards
- Management of Accounts email including liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree (or equivalent)
- CPA/CA is preferred but not necessary
Product Knowledge
- 3+ years’ experience working in an accounting roleSystem and Application Knowledge
- Experience with Dext
- Experience with Australian GST/IAS and payroll
- Strong numerical and IT skills
- Sound Microsoft Excel skills
- Has the ability and willingness to learn new systems and tools, as needed
- Experience with Xero on bank feed, invoicing, bills/purchases, payroll, and reporting is essential.
- Experience with preparation of Australian superannuation lodgements (preferred but not necessary)
- Strong understanding of and experience in accruals accounting