Bookkeeper / Office Coordinator

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JFD Cowan is a globally recognised business located in Beresfield, renowned for our strong culture built on Safety, Teamwork, and Quality.

We are an innovative and forward-thinking company specialising in the design, manufacture, and through-life support of Diving Systems, Recompression Chamber Systems, and Aviation Gas Systems for both commercial and defence clients.

Based in the Hunter Region, we are focused on an internal growth strategy with international support. Our primary location is in Beresfield, NSW, but the role may occasionally require travel to Sydney.

About the role

JFD Cowan, a leader in manufacturing and part of the JFD Group, is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Office Coordinator to join our team in Beresfield. Reporting to the General Manager and functionally to the Financial Controller this role will be responsible for supporting the financial and administrative functions.

Primary duties include:

General office administration and coordination

Process weekly payroll to meet all employee Award/EBA and compliance requirements for Cowan Manufacturing and answering payroll queries.

General bookkeeping including account reconciliations, Completing month end processes, half and year-end financial reporting requirements and provide assistance during internal and external audits.

Prepare, maintain and file compliance returns including GST, PAYG, superannuation, insurances, etc. and support Australian group activities including financial statement audits and corporate tax returns.

Accounts payable and receivable processing.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Extensive bookkeeping and payroll processing experience

Strong accounting and bookkeeping knowledge and experience

Experience working with inventory management and job costing

Exceptional communication skills with all levels of staff and strong attention to detail

Strong customer service skills with the ability to liaise with all stakeholders.

Good time management skills, ability to perform multiple tasks and meet critical deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality

Ability to work autonomously as well as work effectively in a close-knit team

Strong administrative skills with proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel

Approachable and professional with the ability to effectively handle sensitive and confidential information

Why work for JFD Cowan?

Join a team of people who are passionate about their job.

Opportunity to expand the role and obtain new skills and experience.

Contribute to a growing and successful business with an exciting order book.

Wellbeing programs – employee assistance program to support you and your immediate family with counselling and support as needed.

Flexible working arrangements, including a condensed working week to support a half day every Friday.

Free on-site parking.

How to apply

Applicants must have existing Australian work rights and ability gain security access to Australian defence establishments.To check your eligibility please visit theAustralian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Any offer of employment will be subject to a preemployment health screen which includes a drug and alcohol screening.

Apply through the Seek website with your current resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you think you're a good fit for JFD Cowan.

Veterans are encouraged to apply

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