Assistant Accountant

3 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Novalith Full time
Assistant Accountant | Join Novalith's Mission to Decarbonise the Future Help power the world's clean energy transition by keeping our finance engine running smoothly.
Novalith is an award‑winning clean technology company on a mission to enable a decarbonised, electric future.
We're revolutionising lithium chemicals refining, making it low‑cost, sustainable, and better for the planet.
We're growing and looking for a hands‑on Assistant Accountant to support our accounts payable function and fixed asset/month‑end processes.
If you thrive in a high‑growth environment, love tidy ledgers, and want your work to matter, this role is for you.
Why You'll Love This Role High impact: You'll take end‑to‑end ownership of accounts payable, ensuring our suppliers are paid accurately and on time, and our books are audit‑ready.
Growth & Learning: Work closely with the finance team across fixed assets, and month‑end tasks; with scope to broaden your exposure and skillset.
Great team, real autonomy: Join a collaborative startup where your ideas to improve processes are welcomed and implemented.
What You'll Do Create and maintain purchase orders and supplier master data in Xero (ERP).
Verify and accurately code supplier invoices to accounts, cost centres and tax components (US tax exposure viewed favourably).
Prepare and run accounts payable payment batches in accordance with schedule and on ad hoc basis as necessary.
Maintain the fixed asset register, run depreciation, and complete monthly reconciliations.
Reconcile corporate debit cards with compliant tax invoices on file.
Administer vendor payments process and staff expense reimbursements.
Liaise with vendors on payment queries and build strong supplier relationships.
Ownership of relevant accounts payable and fixed assets tasks for month‑end close; along with bank reconciliations and other tasks as requested.
Assist with external auditors' queries for accounts payable, debit card and fixed asset requests at year‑end as directed.
What We're Looking For2+ years' experience in an Accounts Payable / Assistant Accountant role.
Relevant qualifications in accounting (Bachelor's degree viewed favourably).
Strong attention to detail; with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Working knowledge of GST (Australia); exposure to US taxes is a plus.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel & Word); ERP experiences (Xero or similar).
Excellent written and verbal communication; confident liaising with suppliers and colleagues at all levels.
Organised, proactive and customer‑focused, with good problem‑solving skills.
What's In It For You Competitive benefits and professional development opportunities.
Comprehensive Paid Parental Leave policy – family comes firstExposure to a talented team of entrepreneurs and innovators.
Two newly renovated offices in Alexandria, with modern facilities and laboratories.
Flexible, dynamic work environment where your ideas are valued.
Ready to Make an Impact?If you're excited about the role but don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
We value potential and mindset as much as experience.
If you need adjustments during the recruitment process or have any questions about the role, please contact recruitment@novalith.com.au.
Join us in transforming lithium refining and help power a cleaner, electrified future.
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