Junior Accountant/Bookkeeper

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Accountants are responsible for completion of all accounting assignments within client engagements, such as the preparation of financial, management, and tax accounting reports for clients.

This role relies on the individual understanding accounting principles in depth, not just using software tools without understanding the principles .

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Continual development of technical and soft skills through both formal and on-the-job training
Completion of high-quality work on-time and within budget
Errors and review points are not repeated
Deliberately and proactively contributing to the professional and personal development of colleagues
TASKS

Prepare BAS, IAS and SGC lodgements
Bank reconciliations (bookkeeping)
Prepare TPAR, Workers Comp, Long Service Levy
Prepare individual tax returns (ITRs)
Prepare FBT
Assistance with STP
Assist senior accountants and client managers with accounting tasks
Prepare budget templates, monthly management reports
Preparation of annual financial statements for small businesses and entities in simple structures
Preparation of interim financial statements and basic advisory reports for small businesses
NECESSARY SOFT SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND BEHAVIOURS

Perform tasks without supervision
Take ownership of assigned work and see matters through to completion
Contribute positively to the culture of the organisation
Show leadership through being self-managed and internally motivated
Share knowledge and experience with other team members
Mentoring and training of tasks and processes to other team members
Focus on completing jobs within agreed timeframes
Focus on completing jobs within agreed time budget
Coordinate with team members to ensure good workflow across the company
Contribute proactively to the continuous improvement of the company
Seek feedback, receive it well and implement it thoroughly
Dealing with variations to daily schedule without it impacting overall objectives
Refined written and verbal communication
Emotionally mature and resilient
Excellent attention to detail
Discreet and confidential
Generally tech savvy
Keen to learn
REQUIREMENTS

Must have public practice experience
Must be knowledgeable in using Xero accounting software
At least 2 years relevant work experience
Should be able to provide own invoice for payroll
If you believe you have what it takes, apply now to join the team!