Job description

Your New Company

Our client is a fast-growing and innovative business experiencing an exciting period of growth and expansion. They are seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their close-knit finance team in a newly created position, working directly alongside an experienced and supportive CFO. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys a hands-on role and is looking to broaden their experience beyond transactional finance. Initially focused on core finance operations, the position offers a clear pathway into month-end processes, reporting, reconciliations, and broader commercial accounting responsibilities. Offering flexibility around working hours and a collaborative team environment, this role would suit someone seeking a genuine accounting position while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Your Role

Reporting directly to the CFO, you will take ownership of key day-to-day finance functions and play an integral role in supporting the continued growth of the business. Key responsibilities include:

Daily bank reconciliations across multiple accounts End-to-end Accounts Payable processing Preparation of payroll, including STP and superannuation processing Processing commissions and recipient-created tax invoices (RCTIs) Reconciliation of merchant settlements and billing activities Investigating and resolving reconciliation discrepancies and exceptions Assisting with month-end journals and balance sheet reconciliations Supporting BAS preparation and financial reporting activities Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation Contributing to process improvements and financial system efficiencies

What you'll need

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant, Accounts Officer, Bookkeeper or similar finance position Demonstrated experience managing bank reconciliations and Accounts Payable functions Exposure to payroll processing and general accounting activities Strong working knowledge of Xero or a similar cloud-based accounting system Intermediate to advanced Excel skills High attention to detail and accuracy Excellent organisational and time management skills A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to work autonomously A willingness to learn and develop within a growing business environment

What you'll get in return

Permanent part-time opportunity offering 30 hours per week Flexibility across 4 or 5 working days Direct mentoring and support from an experienced CFO Genuine career development into broader accounting and reporting responsibilities Exposure to a high-volume, growing and commercially focused business Supportive, collaborative and people-focused culture Long-term stability with a business entering an exciting growth phase Potential future hybrid flexibility once established in the position

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to or phone: Ph: 0404 305 351.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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