Trading & Accounts Assistant

Uptrade PTY LTD; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

WFH after probation

Modern office

Professional development

Team events

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

UpTrade, a crypto broker in Melbourne, seeks a Trading & Accounts Assistant to maintain daily cryptocurrency and fiat transaction records, assist with bookkeeping, and manage accounts payable in a fast-moving crypto trading environment.

You will support reconciliation, month-end close, and financial reporting, while collaborating with finance and operations teams to ensure data accuracy and compliance. This role offers flexible work options after probation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, commerce or related field.
• Active CPA/CA qualification pursued or in progress.
• Minimum 18 months experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Strong Excel and Google Sheets skills for data entry, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping, accounts payable and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Record and reconcile daily cryptocurrency and fiat trading transactions across exchanges.
• Process accounts payable including invoices and payments to vendors.
• Assist month-end and year-end closing activities for financial and management accounts.
• Prepare financial reports and assist with tax compliance activities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in line with policies.

Skills

Accounting

Data analysis

Communication

Reconciliations

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or Commerce

CPA or CA qualification in progress

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

At UpTrade, we believe that investing in cryptocurrencies can unlock financial freedom. UpTrade is an innovative crypto broker providing traditional brokerage services for modern digital assets. We bring trusted, expert, and timely support for investors wanting to embrace the volatility of global cryptocurrency opportunities.

Our clients are our focus. We build long term relationships built on trust and performance. They value our full-service approach of having real conversations with their own broker. Our active management approach means that clients can be reassured that their portfolio is being monitored, and their broker will proactively connect with them when a market opportunity presents. Our high conviction approach is backed by world-class research that guides the value narratives we share with clients.

About the Role

The Trading & Accounts Assistant will support the finance and trading teams by maintaining accurate records of daily cryptocurrency and fiat transactions, assisting with bookkeeping, and managing accounts payable processes. This role is essential for ensuring smooth financial operations, proper reconciliation, and up-to-date financial data in a fast-moving crypto trading environment. It's an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a strong foundation in crypto finance services and digital asset accounting.

What You'll Do

Record and reconcile daily cryptocurrency and fiat trading transactions across multiple exchanges and wallets

Perform daily and weekly reconciliations of trading accounts, wallets, and bank accounts to ensure data accuracy

Support the Accounts Payable function, including invoice entry, payment processing, and vendor communication

Preparing and assisting with month-end and year -end closing activities for both financial and management accounts

Support the preparation of financial reports and assist with tax compliance activities

Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in compliance with accounting standards and internal policies

Perform general accounts administration tasks, including document management, data entry, and maintaining financial records

Assist with banking operations such as processing payments, monitoring balances, handling transaction queries, and liaising with the banks when necessary

Perform basic data analysis on trading activity, financial trends, and transaction patterns to support reporting and decision-making in collaboration with operational teams.

Work closely with Finance and Operations teams to ensure financial data accuracy and compliance

Collaborate with internal teams to investigate and resolve transaction discrepancies

Maintain proper documentation and assist in developing and improving financial processes and controls

What You'll Get

Learn and grow in one of the fastest-growing areas in Banking and Finance — cryptocurrency and digital assets

Exposure to crypto markets, fintech tools, and innovative financial systems

Supportive, high-performance and fun team environment

Salary structured to grow with you as you grow with us

Regular team activities, events, and social catch-ups

Awesome office space with activity facilities and amenities

Professional development and career growth opportunities

Flexible work environment: in-office setting with WFH options available after probation

What You'll Need

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field

Must currently be enrolled in or actively studying toward CPA or CA qualification

Minimum of 18 months experience in accounting or finance roles required, including transaction processing, reconciliations, bookkeeping, accounts payable and accounts administration.

Solid understanding of financial transactions, general ledger accounting, and reconciliation processes.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets — confident in using formulas, pivot tables, and managing large datasets

High level of accuracy and attention to detail when working with financial and transactional data

Effective verbal and written communication skills for collaboration with internal teams

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, especially when investigating financial discrepancies

Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Motivated, adaptable, and eager to grow within a fintech and crypto-focused business

Interest in or exposure to cryptocurrency markets, digital assets, or financial trading (preferred but not mandatory)

Job Types

Full-time, Permanent

Employee mentoring program

Work from home

(Candidates must hold Australian citizenship or permanent residency to be eligible for this position)