Accountant - Bilingual Mandarin

Changan Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHANGAN Australia is seeking an Accountant to support our growing local operations, focusing on accurate financial reporting and controls. You will handle AP/AR processes, bank reconciliations and assist with month-end and year-end closings, audits, and general finance activities.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, strong Excel skills, proficiency with accounting software, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance required.
• Intermediate/advanced Excel skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Mandarin language skills would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end AP/AR and payment processing.
• Prepare journal entries and perform bank reconciliations.
• Support month-end close and group reporting.
• Assist with tax compliance, GST, BAS and FBT.
• Assist with other finance activities as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Mandarin language advantage

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

CHANGAN Automobile is a global mobility technology company with operations spanning vehicle development, manufacturing, sales and service. Our brand portfolio includes CHANGAN, CHANGAN NEVO, CHANGAN DEEPAL, AVATR.

As we expand our team in Australia, we are looking for an Accountant to support our growing local operations.

In this role, you will prepare financial reports and statements, perform bank reconciliations, support month-end and year-end closing, and assist with audits. We are looking for someone with strong attention to detail, excellent interpersonal skills and sound business acumen, who enjoys working in a dynamic, growing team.

Join CHANGAN Motor Australia and help shape the future of mobility. Smart Your Future.

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process the end-to-end AP and AR cycle, including invoice verification, data entry and payment processing, to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage daily cash receipts and payments, prepare daily cash reports, and maintain effective controls over company funds.

General Ledger & Month-End Close

• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger.
• Perform bank reconciliations to maintain accurate, up-to-date cash balances.
• Review and post operating expenses, including advertising, transportation and other routine costs.
• Support the month-end close, ensuring all accounting tasks are completed accurately and within strict deadlines.

Expenses & Procurement

• Reconcile transactions recorded in the EIT system, and process travel reimbursements and administrative procurement transactions.
• Review employee expense claims for compliance with company policy.
• Manage accounting for rebates and the brand fund for the Australian subsidiary.
• Maintain and manage the fixed asset register.
• Tax & Group Reporting
• Support tax compliance, including GST, BAS and FBT.
• Support the reporting and accounting requirements of the Group Finance team.
• Assist with other finance and accounting activities as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance
• Intermediate/Advance Excel skills
• Proficiency in accounting software will be an advantage
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Sound organizational and time management skills
• Approachability in dealing with internal and external parties
• Mandarin language skills would be an advantage.