Accountant

This is a Accountant role with Ecommerce Equation Group based in Sydney, NSW, AU
== Ecommerce Equation Group ==

Role Seniority - mid level

More about the Accountant role at Ecommerce Equation Group

Position: Accountant

Department: Finance 

Reports To: Finance Manager 

Job Type: Full time (fixed term contract), Hybrid

Location: Sydney CBD

The Accountant is a key member of the finance team responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the business, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and assistance with Payroll administration. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this hands-on role supports month-end processes, compliance, procurement, and system optimisation. The Accountant also plays an integral part in ensuring strong financial controls are maintained. This role requires a detail-oriented, ethical, and proactive finance professional with a strong understanding of accounting processes and financial systems.

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable and Receivable processes, ensuring accurate and timely payment and invoice management.

• Set up and maintain a centralised system for accounts management.

• Monitor invoice due dates and reconcile payments in NAB Connect and Xero.

• Address and resolve payment or invoicing queries, including non-standard issues.

• Perform regular account reconciliations in Xero and ensure accurate records.
  

Payroll & Contractor Payments

• Assist with monthly payroll processing across AU, NZ, and USA.

• Assist to onboard new employees in Xero, ensuring accurate collection and entry of employee data.

• Process staff expenses and reimbursements via Xero.

• Ensure compliance with superannuation and other regulated payroll payments.

• Assist with final pay calculations and termination payments.
  

Payment & Debt Collection

• Monitor payment processing via Stripe and ensure retry protocols are followed.

• Manage overdue payments reporting and follow-up processes.

• Track and report on membership cancellations, pauses, or retention concerns.

• Establish and uphold high standards for payment collection systems and procedures.
  

Systems & Planning Support

• Support forecasting of monthly and quarterly revenue in line with business strategy.

• Maintain awareness of fees, charges, and pricing changes across all platforms.

• Assist in negotiating and managing subscriptions and monthly recurring expenses.

• Help implement and manage finance-related systems and software to improve efficiency.
  

Accounting & Legal Support

• Assist with all tax preparation and submissions (eg BAS and Payroll Tax), ensuring tax compliance.

• Support external audits through documentation management and auditor liaison.

• Maintain accurate and compliant financial records.

• Contribute to the budgeting process and assist in monitoring performance against targets.
  

Risk & Control

• Support the identification of financial risks and help establish preventative controls.

• Uphold financial and ethical standards, ensuring integrity in all transactions.
  

Key Requirements

Skills & Experience

• 2–4+ years' experience in accounts, bookkeeping, or finance administration roles.

• Strong understanding of accounting processes, payroll systems, and compliance requirements.

• Hands-on experience with accounting software such as Xero and payment systems like NAB Connect and Stripe (preferred).

• High proficiency in Excel and experience with reconciliation and month-end processes.

• Familiarity with Australian tax and payroll legislation; knowledge of NZ/US payroll is a plus.

• Exposure to budgeting and reporting processes is advantageous.
  

Personal Attributes

• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry and reconciliation.

• Ethical, trustworthy, and confidential in handling sensitive financial and payroll information.

• Organised and capable of managing competing priorities and deadlines.

• Excellent communication skills for internal and external stakeholder liaison.

• A proactive team player who is willing to assist in broader finance initiatives.

• Solutions-focused with a continuous improvement mindset.

Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you'll be learning new things all the time and the Ecommerce Equation Group team will be there to support your growth.

Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what's outlined

Key Responsibilities

• Managing accounts payable and receivable
• Assisting with payroll processing
• Supporting financial compliance

Key Strengths

• Accounting processes
• Accounting software
• Excel proficiency
• Tax legislation knowledge
• Budgeting exposure
• Communication skills

Why Ecommerce Equation Group is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that's right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume.

A Final Note: This is a role with Ecommerce Equation Group not with Hatch.

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