Junior Accountant

Exide Technologies; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Mentorship from experienced finance</p

Global exposure

CA/CPA qualification support

Competitive salary package

Job summary

Exide Technologies in Melbourne seeks a Junior Accountant on a part-time basis to support day-to-day finance operations. You will assist with AP, month-end, and reporting, while gaining exposure to tax, intercompany, and process-improvement initiatives.

The role offers mentorship from experienced finance professionals, flexible working arrangements to suit studies, and exposure to a globally recognised corporation with a focus on sustainability and energy storage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce.
• Strong MS Excel skills and data entry proficiency.
• Eagerness to learn ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, MYOB, Xero).
• Excellent written and verbal communication with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify AP invoices and entry in Oracle.
• Manage AP approvals and AP workflow in Oracle.
• Administer corporate cards and employee expense claims via Concur (if used).
• Prepare domestic and overseas pay runs (multi-currency).
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Perform 3-way matching for PO, invoice, and receipt.
• Provide AR backup support during leave periods.
• Assist with financial reporting and month-end close.

Skills

MS Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce

Tools

Oracle ERP

SAP

MYOB / Xero

Job description

Are you an accounting graduate or early-career accountant looking to build a successful career in commercial finance?

We are seeking a motivated Junior Accountant to join our finance team in a part-time capacity and support the day-to-day financial operations of the business. Reporting to the Company Accountant and working closely with the Assistant Accountant and senior leaders of the Finance team, this role offers excellent exposure to financial accounting, reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, taxation, and process improvement initiatives.

About Us

Exide Technologies is an internationally leading provider of innovative and sustainable battery storage solutions for automotive and industrial applications. Withmorethan135 years of experience, Exide has developed and globally marketed innovative batteries and systems, contributing to the energy transition and driving a cleaner future. Exide Technologies' culture and strategy are centred on recycling, sustainability and environmental responsibility. The company has 11manufacturing and 3 recycling facilities across Europe, ensuring resilience and a low CO2footprint with a local supply chain. With a team of 5,000 employees, we provide €1.6bn energy storage solutions and services to customers worldwide, every year.

About the Role

The Junior Accountant provides general financial, accounting, and administrative support to the finance team while helping ensure accurate and timely finance operations. The role is responsible for supporting the finance operations including accounts payable, month-end reporting, maintaining financial records, assisting with compliance activities, and providing backup support to the Accounts Receivable function.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and verify Accounts Payable (AP) invoices, ensuring accurate entry into Oracle
• Manage invoice approvals and the AP workflow within Oracle
• Administer corporate credit cards and employee expense claims via Concur
• Prepare domestic and overseas pay runs (including multiple currencies)
• Manage intercompany netting processes
• Monitor and manage the shared AP inbox
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies or queries
• Manage purchase orders and perform 3-way matching (PO, invoice, proof of receipt)
• Respond to AP enquiries via phone, email, and in person
• Provide Accounts Receivable backup support during leave periods
• Financial Reporting: Assist with preparation of financial reports and management reports.
• Month-End Support: Support the senior finance team during the month-end closing process.
• Auditing and Compliance: Gather and organise documents for internal and external audits as well as tax under supervision.
• Perform general administrative and ad hoc finance tasks as required

What We Offer

• Flexible working arrangements to accommodate university studies or family commitments.
• Professional Support: Mentorship from experienced finance professionals for your future CA/CPA qualifications.
• Exposure to a broad range of accounting and finance activities within a globally recognised large corporation.
• Competitive salary package and incentive plan.
• Hands-on experience in a commercial finance environment.
• Employee Assistance program.

About You

Working parents returning to the workforce while managing school drop-offs and pick-ups are welcome to apply. Students currently balancing their studies are also encouraged to apply.

Currently completing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce.

Strong foundational knowledge of MS Excel (formulas, data entry) and an eagerness to learn an ERP system.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an eye for detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Positive, proactive, willing to learn, and able to manage deadlines effectively.

Must be immediately available withlong-term working rights in Australia.

Desirable: Previous part-time experience in an accounts, administration or customer service role highly regarded.

Desirable: Exposure to ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP and accounting software such as MYOB or Xero highly regarded.

Working with us means being engaged and agile. Our culture of continuous learning and commitment to sustainability and diversity create an environment where you can grow your skills and your career.

Our energy: It's you! Together, we will be transforming the energy sector.