Assistant Accountant — CBD, Permanent Role with Growth

Programmed GO; Brisbane; Vor Ort; AUD 65.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Permanent full-time

CBD location

Long-term career development

Broad accounting exposure

Good public transport access

Zusammenfassung

PERSOL is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a permanent full-time position in Brisbane CBD. The role supports day-to-day accounting, financial reporting and month-end processes within a professional, supportive environment. Experience in a Japanese business setting is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities include AP/AR, cash flow, month-end close, GL reconciliations and statutory reporting. Candidates with Australian accounting experience and ERP familiarity are encouraged to apply.

Qualifikationen

• Accounting degree or equivalent in Accounting/Commerce/Finance.
• CPA/CA qualification is desirable but not essential.
• 3–5 years of accounting or assistant accountant experience.
• Solid understanding of Australian accounting standards and reporting.
• Strong Excel and ERP experience; Dynamics 365 BC advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Manage accounts payable and receivable including payment processing and receipts.
• Support cash flow management and banking activities.
• Perform month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes.
• Maintain general ledger reconciliations and accurate financial records.
• Prepare financial reports and supporting documentation for management.
• Assist with external audits and respond to auditor requests.
• Support BAS, GST, FBT and other statutory reporting.
• Liaise with stakeholders and service providers on finance queries.
• Assist with accounting system improvements and process enhancements.
• Provide broader finance team support as required.

Kenntnisse

Accounting knowledge

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Attention to detail

Communication

Stakeholder management

Ausbildung

Degree in Accounting/Commerce/Finance

CPA/CA (desirable)

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Excel

Jobbeschreibung

PERSOL is one of the largest and fastest-growing HR service providers in the Asia Pacific region and affiliate of PERSOL HOLDINGS Co. Ltd (Japan).

Our client, a well-established Japanese organisation, is currently looking for an Assistant Accountant to join their team in Brisbane CBD. This is a permanent full-time opportunity offering the chance to develop your accounting skills within a professional and supportive environment. As an Assistant Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and month-end processes. Candidates with accounting experience in a Japanese business environment, or those interested in working for a Japanese company, are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including payment processing and receipt allocation.
• Support cash flow management and banking activities.
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting close processes.
• Maintain accurate financial records and general ledger reconciliations.
• Prepare financial reports and supporting documentation for management review.
• Maintain fixed asset registers and related accounting records.
• Assist with external audit processes and act as a point of contact for auditor requests.
• Support tax compliance activities, including BAS, GST, FBT, and other statutory reporting requirements.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external service providers to resolve finance-related queries.
• Assist with accounting system enhancement and process improvement initiatives.
• Provide administrative and accounting support to the broader finance team as required.

Skills & Experience

• Degree qualification in Accounting, Commerce, Finance, or a related discipline.
• CPA or CA qualified, or working towards completion, is desirable but not essential.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in an accounting or assistant accountant position.
• Solid understanding of Australian accounting principles and financial reporting requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience using ERP systems is highly regarded.
• Exposure to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central will be advantageous.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Japanese language capability is advantageous but not essential.

Permanent full-time opportunity with a stable and reputable international organisation.

Supportive team environment with long-term career development opportunities.

Exposure to a broad range of accounting and finance responsibilities.

Opportunity to contribute to ongoing business and system improvement projects.

Convenient CBD location with excellent public transport access.

Please note: Only candidates with unrestricted Australian working rights will be considered for this position.

HOW TO APPLY

Click"APPLY NOW" to submit your application.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad .