Assistant Accountant

Sector: Accounting & Finance
Contact name: Adele Zanati

Contact email: adelez@bwsrecruitment.com.au
Job ref: 901784
Published: 24 days ago
Startdate: 24 October 2024 - 24 October 2024

Join a progressive, inclusive, and highly respected not-for-profit organisation based in the Eastern Suburbs as a permanent member of their Finance Team. Working for an organisation who pride themselves on their quality-of-service delivery, responsiveness, collaboration, and respect for others the role will require you to be a strong communicator with a "can-do" attitude. You will engage with stakeholders to ensure accurate financial operations, focusing on invoicing, month-end journals, payroll reporting, and NDIS billing. Microsoft 365 Business Central or SAP experience is preferred but not essential.


Accounting:

  • Monitor and reconcile daily bank balances in Business Central.

  • Maintain appropriate bank balances through short-term cashflow forecasting.

  • Support month-end reporting with general ledger reconciliations and journal entries.

  • Prepare monthly reconciliations for Annual Leave, LSL and PLSL

  • Handle quarterly PLSL preparation and reporting to authorities.

  • Prepare quarterly BAS and ensure compliance with ATO regulations.

  • Reconcile the Wages Control Account for accurate monthly P&L reporting.

  • Assist in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.

  • Prepare accurate NDIS billing and manage accounts receivable.

  • Process daily debtor receipting and monthly rental billings.

  • Submit NDIS claims and manage corporate credit card expenses.

  • Provide relief for finance/admin roles during leave.

  • Assist with various ad hoc projects and support annual audits.

Payroll

  • Liaise with Employment Innovation to complete pay runs.

  • Review pre-payroll reports and maintain adjustment spreadsheets.

  • Coordinate with HR on payroll processes and address queries.

  • Ensure payroll approvals and resolve related requests post-pay run.

  • Prepare and post payroll journals for accurate financial input.

  Key skills sought.

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting with 3+ years of relevant experience (preferably in the disability sector).

  • Intermediate / Advanced computer skills in MS Excel and Word (Required)

  • Microsoft 365 Business package experience (Preferred)

  • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a customer service mindset.

  • Ability to manage time effectively, with strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

What’s on Offer:

  • An opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a values-driven organisation.

  • A supportive and collaborative work environment.

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Apply Now!

If you want to be part of a rewarding work environment committed to creating positive change, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience. Or for a confidential discussion, please contact Adele Zanati on (03) 9535 9500.