Hands-On Financial Accountant (3-Month Contract) – Melbourne

Hassett Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hassett Group is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to join its corporate finance team in Melbourne on a three-month contract. The role is office-based, full-time, and suited to someone who can hit the ground running, work autonomously and contribute to day-to-day financial accounting across corporate entities.

You will handle general ledger tasks, month-end reporting, reconciliations, BAS preparation, and support accounts payable and transactional accounting.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience as a Financial Accountant or similar
• Strong general ledger, reconciliations, journals, and month-end reporting
• Xero experience is essential
• Proficient with Excel
• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting/Finance or related discipline; CA/CPA is advantageous
• Immediata availability or short notice is highly regarded

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial accounting activities including general ledger maintenance, journals and accruals
• Prepare bank and balance sheet reconciliations; investigate discrepancies
• Assist with month-end close and management reporting
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation
• Support accounts payable, invoicing and other transactional accounting tasks
• Prepare working papers and assist with BAS and statutory compliance
• Review transactions for accuracy and integrity of financial information
• Collaborate with senior finance to meet reporting deadlines
• Assist with ad hoc accounting tasks and process improvements

Skills

Hands-on accounting

General ledger

Month-end reporting

Reconciliations

Autonomy

Attention to detail

Time management

Office-based

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

CA or CPA qualification pursued

Tools

Xero

Job description

Hassett Group is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to join its corporate finance team in Melbourne on a three-month contract. The role is office-based, full-time, and suited to someone who can hit the ground running, work autonomously and contribute to day-to-day financial accounting across corporate entities.

You will handle general ledger tasks, month-end reporting, reconciliations, BAS preparation, and support accounts payable and transactional accounting.