Assistant Accountant

CA Cricket Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional week of leave

Flexible working environment

Discounts from partners

Parental and volunteer leave

Job summary

Cricket Australia is seeking an Assistant Accountant / Accounts Officer to join the Financial Operations team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role provides high-volume transactional and accounting support, focusing on Concur expense processing, accounts receivable, and coverage across Financial Control during peak periods.

You will report to the Financial Controller and help maintain timely processing, accurate records, and strong controls, while contributing to training and process

Qualifications

• A qualification in accounting, finance, commerce or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in transactional finance, accounts receivable, accounts payable, expense administration or similar roles.
• Understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations and financial controls.
• Proficiency in Excel and confidence with finance systems and high‑volume data.

Responsibilities

• Process and review employee expense claims in Concur with supporting docs, coding and approvals.
• Provide day-to-day Concur, corporate card and prepaid card administration and user support.
• Prepare journals, balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules during peak periods and audits.
• Provide cross‑coverage for the Financial Control team during leave, within delegated authority.
• Develop procedures, checklists, FAQs and training materials for Finance users.

Skills

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Service mindset

Month-end support

Education

Accounting/Finance/Commerce degree

Tools

Excel

Concur

Dynamics 365

Basware

Cognos

Job description

Working for Cricket Australia means that you become a part of Australia’s proud history and help us look toward the future. Our players and teams are successful, inspiring and reflect the values and aspirations of the community they represent. As an organisation, we are seeking to drive bold, transformative change in digital experiences, junior participation, culturally diverse inclusion, gender equality and sustainability, whilst also reimagining the W/BBL, building player connection through storytelling and playing our part in developing the game globally. Our purpose is clear; to unite and inspire everyone to love and play cricket. Cricket is so much more than just a game; it brings people together and binds us all through our shared experiences. This is your opportunity to join a purpose led organisation that truly makes a difference to Australians. Working for Cricket Australia means that you become a part of Australia’s proud history and help us look toward the future. Our players and teams are successful, inspiring and reflect the values and aspirations of the community they represent. As an organisation, we are seeking to drive bold, transformative change in digital experiences, junior participation, culturally diverse inclusion, gender equality and sustainability, whilst also reimagining the W/BBL, building player connection through storytelling and playing our part in developing the game globally. Our purpose is clear; to unite and inspire everyone to love and play cricket. Cricket is so much more than just a game; it brings people together and binds us all through our shared experiences. This is your opportunity to join a purpose led organisation that truly makes a difference to Australians.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an Assistant Accountant / Accounts Officer to join our Financial Operations team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role will provide high-volume transactional and accounting support during our peak seasonal activity and year-end reporting cycle, with a particular focus on Concur expense processing, accounts receivable support and operational cover across the Financial Control team. You will help maintain timely processing, accurate records, strong financial controls and responsive stakeholder service, while strengthening business continuity through practical training and clear process documentation. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you’ll be responsible for:

• Process and review employee expense claims in Concur, including supporting documentation, coding, approvals, GST treatment and compliance with CA policies.
• Provide day-to-day Concur, corporate card and prepaid card administration and user support, including resolving queries and following up outstanding transactions.
• Prepare journals, balance sheet reconciliations, supporting schedules, and assist with high-volume transactional periods and audit activities.
• Provide processing and accounting cover across the Financial Control team during planned and unplanned leave periods, within delegated authority.
• Develop and maintain clear procedures, checklists, FAQs and training materials, and support onboarding and knowledge-sharing for Finance and business users.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

A qualification in accounting, finance, commerce or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience. Experience in transactional finance, accounts receivable, accounts payable, expense administration, assistant accounting or a similar role. A sound understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations and financial controls, with strong accuracy and organisation during peak periods. Proficiency in Excel and confidence working with finance systems and high-volume data. Clear communication, a service-focused approach and the ability to translate finance processes into practical procedures, FAQs and training materials. Experience supporting month-end, year-end or audit processes. Hands‑on experience with Concur is highly regarded; exposure to Dynamics 365, Basware or Cognos will also be valued.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Our employees at Cricket are gifted an additional week of leave at the end of the season! As a CA employee, you will also have other benefits including:

• Tickets to the Cricket for you to take your friends and family and experience Australia’s favourite game!
• A flexible working environment, meaning we strike the balance of what you need and what works for the business (this isn’t limited to working remotely)
• Discounts from our partners such as ASICS and salary packaging options
• A multitude of leave types including paid parental leave and volunteer leave

OUR CULTURE

Cricket is a sport for all Australians and our workplace reflects that. We recognise our differences are our strength and a diverse and inclusive workforce is fundamental to our success. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of colour, gender, LGBTIQ+ people, people with diverse religious beliefs and people with a disability to apply. Our culture is founded on our values: Aspire Respect Lead together. Australian Cricket, including Cricket Australia, is committed to being a child safe organisation and requires all team members to hold a valid Working with Children Check. If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. In the meantime, follow us on our socials via Instagram @cricketaustralia, via X @cricketaus and via our website https://www.cricket.com.au/ Working for Cricket Australia means that you become a part of Australiaʼs proud history and help us look toward the future. Our players and teams are successful, inspiring and reflect the values and aspirations of the community they represent. As an organisation, we are seeking to drive bold, transformative change in digital experiences, junior participation, culturally diverse inclusion, gender equality and sustainability, whilst also reimagining the W/BBL, building player connection through storytelling and playing our part in developing the game globally. Our purpose is clear; to unite and inspire everyone to love and play cricket. Cricket is so much more than just a game; it brings people together and binds us all through our shared experiences. This is your opportunity to join a purpose led organisation that truly makes a difference to Australians. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.