Assistant Accountant

Harli And Harpa; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employee discounts across HAR

Career development opportunities

Job summary

HARLI + HARPA, an Australian jewellery brand, seeks an Assistant Accountant to support the finance function with timely processing of financial transactions, accurate records, and robust month-end activity. This role focuses on financial control, reporting integrity, and cross-functional collaboration across sites.

Applicant should hold a Diploma or Degree in Accounting with at least two years of experience, possess strong Excel skills, and demonstrate meticulous reconciliation abilities and

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting is required.
• Strong Excel skills with data handling and financial reporting.
• Excellent reconciliation and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail with high accuracy in records and reports.
• Good organisational and communication skills; able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Process general ledger journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.
• Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules.
• Assist month-end and year-end close processes and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support accounts payable with supplier invoices and payment runs.
• Reconcile daily POS/cash/online sales and prepare weekly reconciliations.
• Process intercompany transactions and reconcile accounts.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements.
• Work across multi-site, multi-country retail environment where applicable.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Reconciliation

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

As our Assistant Accountant, you will support the finance function by ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, maintaining accounting records, assisting with month-end reporting, and providing financial support to the wider finance team. You will play a key part in ensuring compliance, financial accuracy and integrity, and effective financial control across the business.

Key responsibilities

Process general ledger journals, accruals, prepayments, and account reconciliations.

Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules.

Assist in the preparation of balance sheet reconciliations and supporting working papers.

Support month-end and year-end close processes.

Accounts Payable Support

Assist with supplier invoice processing and payment runs.

Weekly reconciliation of business credit card expenses.

Processing of intercompany transactions, processing of invoices and reconciliation of accounts.

Retail Accounting

Reconcile daily sales, EFTPOS, cash, and online transaction reports.

Prepare weekly reconciliations between the POS system and accounting system.

Compliance and Controls

Accuracy and timeliness of month-end reporting.

Completion of account reconciliations within deadlines.

Compliance with internal controls and audit requirements.

What we're looking for

A Diploma or Degree in Accounting, with at least 2 years' experience in an accounting or finance role.

Strong Excel skills, with confidence working with data, spreadsheets and financial information.

Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.

Excellent attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy in financial reporting and record keeping.

Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with others.

A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the ability to take initiative and work independently.

Experience in a multi-site, multi-country retail environment would be advantageous.

Progress towards CPA qualification, experience with ERP systems or exposure to complex retail bank reconciliations would be highly regarded.

What we offer

The opportunity to contribute to a growing, ambitious brand.

Exposure to financial operations across multiple international markets.

Hands-on experience across a broad range of accounting and finance functions.

A collaborative, supportive team environment.

Career development and progression opportunities.

Generous discounts across the HARLI + HARPA range.

About us

HARLI + HARPA is an Australian jewellery brand that creates unique and accessible keepsakes to style, stack, and adorn your self-expression. With a strong focus on customer experience, we strive to provide exceptional service and a unique shopping experience across our growing network of stores. As a dynamic, forward-thinking company, we are constantly seeking talented individuals to help us achieve our ambitious growth objectives.