Graduate Accountant

Richard Lloyd Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CA Study Support

Superannuation

Mentorship

Job summary

Richard Lloyd Recruitment – Sydney CBD NSW is seeking a Graduate Accountant to join a private equity and fund management business. You will work in a talented finance team, performing daily accounting tasks and supporting month-end processes.

Ideal candidates have at least 6 months of accounting experience, a degree with strong academic results, and full working rights in Australia. The role offers exposure to AP/AR, reconciliations, payroll, tax obligations and audits, with a pathway to CA

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months accounting experience.
• Degree-qualified with distinction average (WAM).
• Hold full working rights (Australian PR or Citizenship).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily accounting functions including accounts payable/receivable management and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly management reports.
• Process monthly payroll.
• Assist with BAS, FBT, payroll taxes and liaise with external tax advisors.
• Assist with the annual financial audit.

Skills

Accounting

Payroll processing

Financial reporting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Richard Lloyd Recruitment – Sydney CBD NSW

Graduate role blending fund accounting, accounting and reconciliations

Work with talented and supportive peers in a reputable and successful fund management business

Fantastic offices in the CBD - $70-80k + Super + CA Study Support

The Company

Our client is a successful private equity and fund management business. They enjoy significant year-on-year growth and a hugely successful track record. Operating from stunning offices in Sydney’s CBD, they are looking for a high-performing Finance Associate to join their team. On offer is:

• Highly competitive salary
• Atmosphere of continuous learning and development
• Supportive Management and mentorship
• High-performing workplace culture

The Role

As the Graduate Accountant, you will be working in a talented finance team reporting to a Finance Manager who thrives on developing and mentoring her team. Your duties will include the following:

• Perform daily accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable management and bank reconciliations
• Prepare monthly management reports
• Process monthly payroll
• Assist with tax-related obligations -BAS, FBT, payroll tax, profit tax and liaising with external tax advisors
• Assist with the annual financial audit
• As you continue to grow and become more confident, you will be given more accounting responsibilities to learn and take on.

Your Background

To be considered for this Graduate role, you must have:

• A minimum of 6 months' accounting experience
• Degree qualified with strong academic achievements - distinction average WAM is required
• Possess full working rights (i.e., Hold a Permanent Residency or Australian Citizenship)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills