Accounting Assistant

We are seeking a highly skilled Accountant or Bookkeeper to support an Australian business. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organisational and communication skills, along with proficiency in Xero, Excel, and high-level reporting. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, the ability to handle confidential information discreetly, and excellent time management capabilities. Working virtually with the Finance Manager, the role will be responsible for a wide range of tasks with potential for growth and progression.

Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable tasks

loading bills into Xero on a daily basis
attaching invoices to bills in Xero
creating batch payments
Coding American Expense card expenses monthly in time for month end close

Bank Reconciliation tasks

Coding Xero bank transactions
Making sure items are coded to correct account
Making sure GST is coded correctly for every transaction
Advising Finance Manager if new accounts are required

General Ledger tasks

Coding monthly general journals in time for month end close
Regularly reviewing the chart of accounts to make sure all accounts have been set up correctly
Investigating and reviewing irregularities in the ledger
Other tasks as needed
Reporting tasks

Running monthly expense reports to review spend and providing recommendations on spend reduction
Running various financial reports from Xero into excel
Implementing dashboards and traffic light reporting

Qualifications:

– 1+ years of accounting experience essential

– degree or diploma in accounting

– experience working with Xero

– experience processing payments and reconciliations

– Advanced Microsoft Excel

– Strong analytical skills with the ability to compile and analyse data effectively.

– Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.

– Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

– Discretion and ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

– Ability to prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines

– Proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

– Professional demeanour with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Location:
Work from home arrangement to support the Finance Manager based in Australia

Hours:
Monday – Friday 7:30am – 3:30pm

Entirely WFH.

Yearly salary increase + bonuses.

Salary is based on a 38hr work week.

We are an extremely friendly environment which aims to grow with you through your career!