Assistant Accountant

Sharp & Carter; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working conditions

Clear progression into an accounting career

Supportive team environment with training and development

CA/CPA benefits post probation

Job summary

A reputable finance recruitment firm is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a stable organization in Cumberland City Council. This position offers a hybrid working model and is suitable for individuals with experience in transactional finance. You'll be involved in month-end processes, reconciliations, and cash receipting. The role promises clear career progression, a supportive team environment, and CA/CPA benefits after probation.

Qualifications

• Experience in receipting, allocations, or transactional finance (AR/AP).
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (debits & credits).
• Strong attention to detail and reconciliation skills.

Responsibilities

• High-volume cash receipting and payment allocations.
• Investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Assisting with journals and general ledger entries.
• Supporting balance sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Receipting

Allocations

Attention to detail

Reconciliation skills

Communication

Job description

About the role

Our client is a well-established organisation experiencing steady growth and is looking for an Assistant Accountant to join their collaborative finance team. Based in Wetherill Park, the business offers a hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 days from home). This position is ideal for someone with a background in transactional finance who is looking to step into an accounting-focused role. You will gain exposure to month‑end processes, journals, and reconciliations while continuing to utilise your strengths in receipting and allocations.

Position Description

• High-volume cash receipting and payment allocations
• Investigating and resolving discrepancies
• Assisting with journals and general ledger entries
• Supporting balance sheet reconciliations
• Assisting with month-end processes
• Working across internal systems (ERP) to maintain accurate financial records

Candidate Profile

• Experience in receipting, allocations, or transactional finance (AR/AP)
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (debits & credits)
• Strong attention to detail and reconciliation skills
• Experience working in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• Excellent communication and a proactive, positive attitude
• A genuine interest in developing a career in accounting

What’s on Offer

• A permanent role within a stable and growing business
• Hybrid working conditions (3 days in office)
• Clear progression into an accounting career
• Supportive team environment with training and development
• CA/CPA benefits post probation