Accountant (General)

SKILL SOURCE AUSTRALIA; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Full-time role

Stable position

Senior management exposure

Career development

Job summary

Sara King Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting, ensuring timely, compliant financial records and close collaboration with management.

This hands-on role requires organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while supporting budgeting, BAS, GST, payroll, and financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Accounting, Commerce or related discipline.
• At least 2 years of experience in a general accounting or accountant role.
• Experience with BAS, GST and tax compliance.
• Experience with payroll processing and related records.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain company accounting functions and financial records.
• Review accounts payable/receivable and perform reconciliations.
• Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports and management accounts.
• Support month-end, year-end procedures and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with Australian accounting and taxation requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organised

Analytical

Independent worker

Communication skills

Education

Accounting or Commerce degree

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

About Sara King Pty Ltd Sara King Pty Ltd is an established importer and wholesaler serving the Australian food industry for the last 11 years. We specialise in a wide range of grocery, frozen fish, frozen vegetables, spices, snacks, rice, pastry and other food products sourced primarily from Bangladesh, Myanmar, India, Pakistan, Vietnam and some other countries. We supply retail outlets, restaurants and hotels across Australia.

About the Role

Reporting to management, the Accountant will be responsible for managing and maintaining the company's day-to-day accounting functions and ensuring accurate, timely and compliant financial records. This is a hands-on general accounting position suited to someone who is organised, detail- oriented and comfortable working independently while also working closely with management and other departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the company’s accounting functions, accounting systems and financial records.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Manage and review accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including supplier and customer account reconciliations.
• Review financial transactions and supporting accounting records to ensure accuracy, appropriate classification and compliance with company policies.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations.
• Monitor accounts receivable, accounts payable and working-capital requirements, and provide relevant financial information to management.
• Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports and management accounts for management review.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial procedures.
• Prepare BAS, GST and other relevant taxation requirements.
• Assist with payroll processing and related accounting records.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure transactions are correctly recorded.
• Monitor cash flow, expenses and business expenditure.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with inventory and stock-related accounting and reconciliations.
• Work closely with warehouse, sales and management teams to ensure accurate financial information.
• Assist management with the preparation of budgets, cash-flow forecasts and financial projections, and analyse actual performance against budget.
• Maintain and review accounting procedures and internal financial controls to ensure the accuracy, integrity and reliability of financial information.
• Assist external accountants and auditors with required information and documentation.
• Maintain proper filing and documentation of financial records.
• Identify accounting discrepancies and investigate and resolve issues promptly.
• Ensure accounting practices comply with Australian accounting and taxation requirements.
• Provide financial information and analysis to management to support business decisions.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Relevant qualifications in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years of previous experience in a general accounting or accountant role.
• Experience in preparing and analysing financial reports, management accounts and financial statements.
• Strong knowledge of Australian accounting practices and GST.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable and bank reconciliations.
• Experience with budgeting, cash-flow forecasting, financial analysis and monitoring business performance.
• Experience preparing BAS and assisting with tax compliance.
• Good understanding of payroll and superannuation processes.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling financial and business information.
• A practical, hands‑on approach to accounting.
• Experience in wholesale, importing, distribution, FMCG or food‑related businesses would be highly regarded.

Key Skills

We are looking for someone who is: Accurate | Reliable | Organised | Analytical | Commercially Minded | Hands-On | Confidential. You will need to be comfortable working in a busy business environment where priorities can change and where accuracy and attention to detail are essential.

What We Offer

• $80,001 – $100,000 per annum + Superannuation, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Stable position with an established Australian business.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior management.
• Varied general accounting responsibilities.
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Opportunity to develop your accounting and commercial skills.