Assistant Accountant

AVADA Group Limited; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AVADA Group Ltd is seeking a Junior Accountant to join our finance team across Australia and New Zealand. Reporting to a Senior Accountant, this role offers early career exposure to varied commercial activities and strong technical foundations.

You will build your accounting skills, learn from experienced professionals, and contribute to accurate financial records in a supportive, team‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce, or near completion.
• One to two years experience in an accounting or finance role, or relevant graduate experience.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Working knowledge of Excel and accounting systems.
• Clear communication skills and a willingness to learn.
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month end processes including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Support preparation of financial reports in line with statutory and internal requirements.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes as required.
• Support audit activities by preparing documentation and responding to information requests.
• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with data integrity across finance systems.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Support improvements to finance processes and systems.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to resolve finance related queries.
• Perform additional accounting and administrative tasks as required.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce

Near completion

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

AVADA Group Ltd is a leading provider of essential infrastructure services across Australia and New Zealand. Our group of companies, including AVADA Traffic, delivers traffic management, road safety, and civil solutions to government agencies and tier-one contractors across the infrastructure and maintenance sectors.

With a strong growth trajectory, AVADA Group is building a high-performing, forward-thinking team. We value people who bring initiative, expertise, and a desire to contribute to the success of a fast-evolving business.

Role Purpose

We are seeking a Junior Accountant to join our collaborative finance team and support day to day accounting activities across our Australian and New Zealand operations. Reporting to a Senior Accountant, this role is well suited to an early career accountant looking to build strong technical foundations and gain exposure to a broad commercial environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your accounting skills, learn from experienced finance professionals, and grow your career within a supportive team.

Key Accountabilities:

• Assist with month end processes including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Support preparation of financial reports in line with statutory and internal requirements.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes as required.
• Support audit activities by preparing documentation and responding to information requests.
• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with data integrity across finance systems.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Support improvements to finance processes and systems.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to resolve finance related queries.
• Perform additional accounting and administrative tasks as required.

Suitable candidates will be able to demonstrate:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce, or near completion.
• One to two years experience in an accounting or finance role, or relevant graduate experience.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Working knowledge of Excel and accounting systems.
• Clear communication skills and a willingness to learn.
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and growing ASX-listed business with a national and international footprint.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Exposure to diverse industries and commercial activities.
• Flexible working arrangements and a focus on work-life balance.

Applications are welcome from candidates that want to be a part of an organisation that values safety awareness and appropriate workplace behaviours. At AVADA, you are not just a number, you are a part of a supportive team with opportunities for progression and development extending across Australia and New Zealand.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we value diversity and encourage applications from all personnel who are committed to a physically and mentally safe workplace.