Assistant Asset Accountant

Hunter Water Corporation Limited; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Hunter Water Corporation Limited in Newcastle, NSW seeks an Assistant Asset Accountant for a two-year fixed-term contract. You will support fixed asset registers, capital project governance, and related reporting while aligning with internal policies.

The role requires accounting qualifications and a sound grasp of Australian accounting standards, with a focus on accurate month-end processing and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce or related discipline.
• Sound understanding of accounting principles and financial administration practices.
• Experience supporting the management of a fixed asset register.
• CPA or CA designation or working towards designation.
• Demonstrated understanding of Australian Accounting Standards, policies and practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of Hunter Water’s fixed asset registers, ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Preparation of month-end journals, adjustments, reconciliations and reporting of fixed asset information.
• Support the administrative function of capital projects including the review and processing of opening, closing and amending projects.
• Support the review of capital project work-in-progress and assist with the timely addition of capital assets.
• Ongoing review of all processes and systems identifying improvements and efficiency gains where appropriate.
• Engage with all areas of business to ensure efficient and effective fixed asset management practices at Hunter Water.
• Assist with the preparation of Hunter Water’s internal and external reporting requirements associated with fixed assets.
• Assist with maintaining, reviewing and documenting fixed asset policies, procedures and work instructions.
• Provide support and guidance to stakeholders and finance team members on fixed asset processes, escalating complex matters as required.

Skills

Deadline-driven

Communication

Fixed asset management

Accounting knowledge

Education

Accounting/Commerce degree

Job description

• Belong, learn and grow with a team that has your back
• Create connections with customers and community at the heart of all we do

We are seeking an Assistant Asset Accountant to join our Finance & Business Performance Division on a fixed-term contract for a period of two years.

Our Company

At Hunter Water our Values define who we are as an organisation and how we behave. We strive to live these Values and it is shown in the work we do and the way in which we interact with each other.

We fundamentally believe in and commit to diversity and inclusion. We value anindividual's unique capabilities, backgrounds, experiences and characteristics. We rely on these diverse perspectives to drive innovation and collaboration, to deliver the best outcome for our customers and communities.

It is this diversity of perspectives that will enable Hunter Water to meet the challenges of the future. We strive to create an inclusive environment where there is genuine equality of opportunity regardless of people's gender, age, cultural background, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and/or family status. We encourage you to apply and welcome all applications.

We have embarked on a new strategic direction to build a more innovative, collaborative and resilient organisation that is a thought leader in developing a sustainable water and wastewater future.

At Hunter Waterwe offer a range of employee benefits. For this position, these will include, but are not limited to:

Excellent flexible working and additional leave benefits including:

• Additional Public Holidays & RDOs
• 5 days additionalpaid Carers Leave per annum
• Paid Community Service Leave
• 14 weeks paid Parental Leave for both parents
• Access to hybrid work and other flexible options
• Fitness passport
• Access to discounted health fund and health services
• Access to the Employee Assistanceprogram

Remuneration & Hours:

• Reward and Recognition Program
• Base salary up to $85,000 plus Superannuation (Any offer made will be commensurate with the skills and experience of the successful candidate)

The Opportunity

As the Assistant Asset Accountant you will support the accurate andtimely administration of Hunter Water’s fixed asset registers and assists withcapital project governance, asset accounting processes and related reportingactivities.

What you'll do:

• Assist with the management of Hunter Water’s fixed asset registers, ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Preparation of month-end journals, adjustments, reconciliations and reporting of fixed asset information.
• Support the administrative function of capital projects including the review and processing of opening, closing and amending projects.
• Support the review of capital project work-in-progress and assist with the timely addition of capital assets.
• Ongoing review of all processes and systems identifying improvements and efficiency gains where appropriate. This includes providing support to ongoing improvement initiatives of the fixed asset function.
• Engage with all areas of business to ensure efficient and effective fixed asset management practices at Hunter Water.
• Assist with the preparation of Hunter Water’s internal and external reporting requirements associated with fixed assets.
• Assist with maintaining, reviewing and documenting fixed asset policies, procedures and work instructions.
• Provide support and guidance to stakeholders and finance team members on fixed asset processes, escalating complex matters as required.

What you'll need to be successful:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce or related discipline
• Sound understanding of accounting principles and practices, reconciliations and financial administration practices
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a deadline-driven workplace and to effectively manage challenges and changing priorities whilst still meeting team and corporate deadlines
• Confident communicator within a business environment
• Experience supporting the management of a fixed asset register
• CPA or CA designation or working towards designation
• Demonstrated understanding of Australian Accounting Standards, accounting policies and practices

We are proud to be an Inclusive Employer committed to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity. People with disability, women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are encouraged to apply.

Employment with Hunter Water Corporation may be subject to pre-employment checksincluding but not limited to criminal background checks, functional assessment,drug and alcohol testing and psychometric assessment for preferred externalapplicants.