Accountant

The Co-Group Limited; The Hills Shire Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging (up to $15,900)

Meal/entertainment benefit $2,650

EAP program

Job summary

The Co-Group is seeking an experienced Accountant to join the Finance team and provide accounting and financial support across a portfolio of approximately 60 franchisees. Reporting to the Finance team, you will manage payroll tax, BAS/GST, reconciliations and financial administration across the franchise network, working with franchise directors and external stakeholders.

You will require CPA qualification, strong Excel and Xero experience, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a

Qualifications

• CPA qualification or equivalent accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting processes and financial controls.
• Experience with BAS, GST, payroll tax, reconciliations and tax requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and lodge Payroll Tax, including threshold assessments and registrations.
• Prepare tax returns and financial statements and lodgements.
• Prepare and lodge BAS/GST returns by due dates.
• Manage and reconcile Weel virtual debit card accounts across 50+ accounts.
• Review monthly franchise royalty fee accrual calculations.
• Calculate and review franchisee dividend payments based on cash and working capital.
• Complete account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare annual tax reconciliations and GST variances.
• Prepare annual dividend resolutions and statements.
• Support workers compensation insurance requirements, renewals and wages declarations.
• Support insurance and secretarial requirements; coordinate board resolutions.

Skills

CPA

Excel

Communication

Organisation

Time management

Education

CPA qualification or equivalent

Tools

Xero

BAS/GST systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Accountant to join our Finance team and provide accounting and financial support across a portfolio of approximately 60 franchisees.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who is highly organised, commercially minded and comfortable managing multiple deadlines across monthly and annual accounting requirements. You will work closely with franchise directors, internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure financial obligations are completed accurately and on time.

About the Role

Reporting to the Finance team, you will be responsible for a range of accounting, tax, reconciliation and financial administration activities across the franchise network.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and lodging monthly Payroll Tax requirements, including threshold assessments, registrations and reviewing monthly and annual lodgements.
• Preparing tax returns and financial statements and ensuring these are completed and lodged by the required due dates.
• Preparing and lodging BAS/GST returns within required deadlines.
• Managing and reconciling Weel virtual debit card accounts across 50+ accounts, including account setup and user management.
• Reviewing and approving monthly franchise royalty fee accrual calculations.
• Calculating and reviewing monthly franchisee dividend/distribution payments based on available cash and working capital requirements.
• Completing account reconciliations and investigating discrepancies.
• Preparing annual tax account reconciliations, including GST variances and ATO account reconciliations.
• Preparing annual dividend resolutions and statements
• Supporting workers compensation insurance requirements, including annual renewals and actual wages declarations.
• Managing business insurance requirements, including annual renewals and new registrations.
• Supporting secretarial requirements, including coordinating the signing of board resolutions by franchise directors/shareholders.
• Liaising with franchise directors regarding accounting and tax-related queries.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes, systems and efficiencies.
• Undertaking other duties relevant to the position as reasonably directed.

About You

You will be an experienced accounting professional who can manage competing priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

You will have:

• CPA qualification or equivalent accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and financial processes.
• Experience with BAS, GST, payroll tax, reconciliations and tax-related requirements.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Experience using Xero or other financial/accounting systems.
• Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• A proactive approach to identifying process improvements and efficiencies.
• A commitment to maintaining current employment and compliance requirements.

What We Offer

• Salary Packaging (up to $15,900, + meal/entertainment benefit $2650 per year)
• A supportive and inclusive team culture
• Access to our EAP program for confidential counselling
• The chance to make a real difference in someone’s daily life
• Opportunities for ongoing hours and career progression (we only promote internally!)
• Know you’re working for a company who gives back to the community by donating surplus funds to Australian charities.

The Co-Groupis a charitable, not-for-profit (NFP) organisation that works hand-in-hand with disability, aged care and community service organisations across Australia to connect them with the best workforce solutions.

The Co-Groupsupports organisations by providing them with a responsive, tailored workforce solution which includes skilled and experienced team members able to deliver high quality services to meet emergency, short-term and long-term needs.

The Co-Groupis an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on anyprotected basis, regardless of lifestyle, disability, ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity and proudly create a safe and inclusive environment for staff and clients.