Financial Accountant/Book-keeper

WE Platt; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site role in Ingleburn

Job summary

WE Platt in Ingleburn, NSW is seeking a Financial Accountant/Book-keeper for a full-time role overseeing day-to-day financial operations across finance, payroll, compliance, reporting and administration. Ideal candidates will have hands-on bookkeeping/financial accounting experience, strong AP/AR, payroll, GL, and compliance knowledge with GST/FBT and PAYG obligations.

Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems is required; CPA/CA qualifications are highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping or financial accounting in a hands-on role.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable/receivable, payroll and compliance.
• Experience with GST, FBT, Payroll Tax, PAYG and superannuation obligations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full finance function, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, supplier payments, banking and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly financial reports (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) and internal management reports.
• Oversee general ledger, month-end, accruals, journals, fixed assets and depreciation.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, variance analysis and cash flow reporting.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies, statutory reporting and controls.
• Handle payroll compliance obligations including GST, FBT, Payroll Tax, PAYG and superannuation.
• Process weekly payroll and maintain payroll records.
• Liaise with auditors, banks, tax specialists, overseas accountants, lawyers, customers and vendors.
• Supervise Accounts Payable/Receivable staff and reception.
• Identify and implement process improvements and system enhancements.

Skills

Financial accounting

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Payroll

Internal controls

Education

CPA/CA or relevant accounting qualifications

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Full-time opportunity | Ingleburn, NSW | Finance, Payroll and Business Administration

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and hands‑on Financial Accountant/Book-keeper to oversee the day‑to‑day financial operations of the business. This is a broad and varied role suited to someone who is organised, accurate, commercially minded and confident working across finance, payroll, compliance, reporting and general business administration.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full finance function, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, supplier payments, banking and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, including profit and loss, balance sheet, cash flow statements and internal management reports.
• Oversee general ledger management, month‑end processes, accruals, journals, fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
• Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, variance analysis and cash flow reporting.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, statutory reporting obligations and internal controls.
• Prepare and/or lodge relevant tax and payroll compliance obligations, including GST, FBT, Payroll Tax, PAYG and superannuation.
• Process weekly payroll and maintain accurate payroll records, employee details and related documentation.
• Liaise with external auditors, banks, tax specialists, overseas accountants, lawyers, customers and vendors as required.
• Supervise and support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Reception staff.
• Identify and implement process improvements, system enhancements and initiatives that improve efficiency and reporting quality.

About you

• Previous experience in a Book-keeping, Financial Accounting or similar hands‑on finance role.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, reconciliations, reporting and statutory compliance.
• Experience with GST, FBT, Payroll Tax, PAYG and superannuation obligations.
• High attention to detail with strong organisation, time management and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet reporting deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with staff, customers, suppliers and external advisers.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills and confidence using accounting, payroll and ERP systems.
• CPA, CA or relevant accounting qualifications will be highly regarded.

Key skills

• Financial reporting and analysis
• Budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
• Accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Payroll processing and payroll compliance
• GST, FBT, Payroll Tax, PAYG and superannuation compliance
• Month‑end reporting, reconciliations and general ledger management
• Advanced Excel and accounting system capability
• Process improvement and internal controls
• Team supervision and stakeholder communication
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and deadline management

What we offer

• A varied and responsible role with ownership across finance, payroll and business administration.
• A supportive team environment within an established business.
• Opportunity to improve processes, enhance systems and contribute to business performance.
• On‑site role based in Ingleburn, NSW.

The successful applicant will need a proof of Australian Citizenship and will require a police & medical check.