Accounts Assistant – Accounting/Bookkeeping Student

Aldebaran Contracting Pty; Darwin; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Flexible study time

Job summary

Aldebaran Contracting is seeking a motivated Accounts Assistant to join our Darwin-based finance team. This role is ideal for someone currently studying Accounting or Bookkeeping and looking to gain practical experience in a supportive environment.

You will help with day-to-day accounting tasks, loaning your attention to detail, and building your skills withMYOB or Xero as needed. Training and study flexibility are available.

Qualifications

• Currently studying, or recently completed, a qualification in Accounting, Bookkeeping or related field.
• Interest in accounting and willingness to learn in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and allocate expenses accurately.
• Assist with accounts payable and receivable.
• Complete bank and supplier statement reconciliations.
• Support general journal entries and financial transactions.
• Assist with monthly end process and maintain records.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Team player

Initiative

Willingness to learn

Education

Accounting/Bookkeeping study

Tools

MYOB

Xero

Job description

Aldebaran Contracting is a locally owned and operated Northern Territory civil construction company, delivering a range of earthworks and civil projects throughout regional and remote areas of the NT.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our Darwin-based team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone currently studying Accounting, Bookkeeping or a related field who is looking to gain practical experience and develop their skills in a supportive working environment.

About the Role

Working alongside our Finance team, you will assist with the day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping functions of the business while gaining valuable hands-on experience across a variety of financial processes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing supplier invoices and accurately allocating expenses to the appropriate accounts and project codes.
• Assisting with accounts payable and receivable.
• Completing bank and supplier statement reconciliations.
• Assisting with general journal entries and financial transactions.
• Supporting financial month end process.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation.
• Assisting with basic BAS preparation and fuel tax credit reporting.
• Assiting with fortnightly payroll processing and administration
• Assiting with supplier payment processing.
• Responding to supplier enquiries and providing general administrative support to the Finance team.

About You

We are looking for someone who is organised, reliable, eager to learn and has a genuine interest in accounting and bookkeeping.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Currently studying, interested in studying, or recently completed, a qualification in Accounting, Bookkeeping or a related field (highly regarded).
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• The ability to follow instructions, take initiative and work independently as their skills develop.
• A willingness to learn new systems and processes.
• Experience with MYOB, Xero or similar accounting software would be desired but is not essential.

Previous accounting experience is not required. We are happy to provide training and support to the right candidate who demonstrates enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. Aldebaran offers flexibility around study time and are open to offering a part time position if required.