Accountant

Lake Maintenance; Newcastle; Presencial; AUD 60 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Lake Maintenance in Newcastle, NSW is seeking a qualified Accountant to join our dynamic team on a permanent full-time basis. The role centers on maintaining precise financial records, ensuring compliance with Australian accounting standards and tax regulations, and delivering timely, insightful analysis to support strategic business decisions across departments.

Key duties include preparing financial statements and reports, assisting with accounts payable and receivable, performing regular bank

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar accounting role.
• Proficiency in accounting software (MYOB, Xero) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements and reports in accordance with Australian accounting standards.
• Assist with accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Conduct regular reconciliations of bank statements and general ledger accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts, providing variance analysis as required.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and assist in the preparation of tax returns.
• Support month-end processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments and general ledger activities.
• Reviewing financial information, investigating discrepancies and escalating issues where required.
• Support the audit process by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights and support business decisions.
• Identifying opportunities to improve the accuracy and efficiency of the finance processes.

Conhecimentos

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Team player

Integrity

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Ferramentas

MYOB

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are seeking a qualified Accountant to join our dynamic team in Newcastle, New South Wales. This permanent, full-time position is essential for maintaining the financial integrity of our organisation. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing financial records, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements and reports in accordance with Australian accounting standards.
• Assist with accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Conduct regular reconciliations of bank statements and general ledger accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts, providing variance analysis as required.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and assist in the preparation of tax returns.
• Support month-end processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments and general ledger activities.
• Reviewing financial information, investigating discrepancies and escalating issues where required.
• Support the audit process by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights and support business decisions.
• Identifying opportunities to improve the accuracy and efficiency of the finance processes.

About You

We are looking for someone who is motivated to learn, takes pride in producing accurate work and enjoys being part of a team. The ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders. A high level of integrity and an understanding of the importance of confidentiality when handling financial information. A proactive attitude, willingness to ask questions and openness to feedback and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar accounting role.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., MYOB, Xero) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.