Junior Accountant: Payroll & Month-End Focus

New South Wales Rugby League Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

New South Wales Rugby League Ltd – Olympic Park NSW is seeking a junior accountant to support day-to-day accounting tasks. The role reports to the Finance Manager and covers accounts payable/receivable, banking, reconciliations, month/year end processes, and payroll administration for match officials.

A tertiary qualification in Finance/Accounting is required, along with strong Excel and accounting systems knowledge. Weekend/evening hours may be required to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Finance / Accounting is required.
• Sound knowledge of accounting, taxation and payroll principles with relevant experience is desirable.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Proficient knowledge of accountancy systems.
• Previous payroll processing experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Accounts payable - invoice entry and payable.
• Accounts receivable - invoice entry and follow up.
• Banking payments and reconciliations.
• Accounting transaction posting and general journals as required.
• Reporting and special projects as required.
• Accounts and compliance for other NSWRL associated entities as required.
• Key involvement in month and year end processes.
• Administration of NSWRL match official payroll as required.
• Month end reconciliations and working papers as required.
• Other financial and accounting duties as reasonably requested and required.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Payroll processing

Microsoft Excel

Accounting systems

Education

Tertiary qualification in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

New South Wales Rugby League Ltd – Olympic Park NSW is seeking a junior accountant to support day-to-day accounting tasks. The role reports to the Finance Manager and covers accounts payable/receivable, banking, reconciliations, month/year end processes, and payroll administration for match officials.

A tertiary qualification in Finance/Accounting is required, along with strong Excel and accounting systems knowledge. Weekend/evening hours may be required to meet deadlines.