Assistant Accountant - 12-Month Contract, Diverse Finance

Category 5 Labour Management; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-month contract

Full-time role

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to develop accounting技能

Australian-owned business

Job summary

Category 5 Labour Management is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join our finance team in Perth on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will support daily accounting operations, reconciliations, month-end processes and financial reporting under the supervision of the Financial Controller.

This hands-on role offers variety and a clear path to develop your accounting skills within a supportive, fast-paced, Australian-owned business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting/finance.
• CA/CPA qualification or in progress is desired.
• Minimum 2 years in an Assistant Accountant/Accounts Officer or similar role.
• Solid Excel skills.
• Experience with Xero or similar accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Run daily bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journals; balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist month-end close and financial reporting.
• Process invoices and employee expense claims.
• Support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll functions.
• Assist with annual audits and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate financial records.
• Prepare ad hoc reports for the Financial Controller.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

CA/CPA qualification or studying

Tools

Xero

Job description

Category 5 Labour Management is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join our finance team in Perth on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will support daily accounting operations, reconciliations, month-end processes and financial reporting under the supervision of the Financial Controller.

This hands-on role offers variety and a clear path to develop your accounting skills within a supportive, fast-paced, Australian-owned business.