Assistant Accountant

Zenviron; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Zenviron is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join the Finance Team in Newcastle, NSW. You will support day-to-day financial operations, process invoices, assist with reconciliations and contribute to improvements across finance systems and processes.

Based in Newcastle, you will work with internal stakeholders, suppliers, subcontractors and customers to ensure accurate financial information while helping deliver Zenviron's renewable energy projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with stakeholders.
• Previous experience in administration, accounts, bookkeeping or finance.
• Well-developed Excel and business systems skills.

Responsibilities

• Accounts payable processing and supplier payment administration.
• Customer invoicing, accounts receivable and collections support.
• Daily bank reconciliations and investigation of reconciling items.
• Support month-end accounting activities, account reconciliations and financial reporting processes.
• Maintain fixed asset, bank guarantee and supplier records, including compliance documentation.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to provide advice and obtain financial information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Accounts/Finance experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At Zenviron, we're delivering some of Australia's largest renewable energy projects and helping power Australia's transition to a cleaner energy future.

We are currently seeking an Assistant Accountant to join our Finance Team based in Newcastle, NSW. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role will play an important part in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across our finance systems and processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys working with numbers, building relationships and solving problems, and wants to contribute to major infrastructure projects in a collaborative and high-performing environment.

About Zenviron

Zenviron is a leading Australian Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contractor specialising in the design and construction of large-scale renewable energy projects including Wind Farms and Battery Energy Storage Projects.

As a joint venture between Monadelphous and ZEM Energy, we combine engineering expertise, project delivery capability and industry experience to deliver some of Australia's most significant renewable energy infrastructure projects.

Our people are at the centre of everything we do. We foster a culture built on safety, accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement, while providing opportunities for employees to develop and grow their careers.

About the Role

As the Assistant Accountant, you will be responsible for supporting a broad range of accounting and financial administration activities that contribute to the effective operation of the Finance Department.

This role will involve working closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers, subcontractors and customers to ensure financial information is processed accurately and efficiently while supporting the successful delivery of Zenviron's renewable energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts payable processing and supplier payment administration.
• Customer invoicing, accounts receivable and collections support.
• Daily bank reconciliations and investigation of reconciling items.
• Support month-end accounting activities, account reconciliations and financial reporting processes.
• Maintain fixed asset, bank guarantee and supplier records, including compliance documentation.
• Liaise confidently with internal and external stakeholders via phone and email to provide advice, resolve queries and obtain required financial information.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to speak professionally with suppliers, subcontractors, customers and internal stakeholders over the phone and in person.
• Previous experience in an administration, accounts, bookkeeping, or finance-related role.
• Well-developed Microsoft Excel and business systems skills.

Why Join Zenviron?

At Zenviron, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to nationally significant renewable energy projects while building a rewarding career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Our employee benefits include:

• Paid parental leave.
• Study assistance and professional development support.
• Industry certification and accreditation assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Annual health checks and flu vaccinations.
• Service recognition programs.
• Company social events and team activities.
• Community and volunteering opportunities.

Additional Information

Based in our Newcastle office.

Limited travel requirements.

Opportunities for ongoing career development within a growing renewable energy business.

Diversity & Inclusion

We embrace the benefits of employing people from diverse backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates.