Junior Accountant

18 hours ago

Miami Queensland, Australia Grounded Packaging Full time

Company Description

At Grounded, we make sustainable packaging simple, transparent and accessible. Using our advanced tools and world-leading material science, we help consumer brands customise packaging that aligns with their business objectives — across e-commerce, food, personal-care and more. With globally certified materials and manufacturing you can trust, we put you at the forefront of the transition away from single-use plastics. From our Australian base and global offices, we partner with you to deliver eco-friendly, high-performance packaging solutions that benefit both the planet and your bottom line.

Role Description

We are seeking a hands-on and organised Junior Accountant to support the day-to-day finance operations of our fast-growing business. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in accounting principles, excellent attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

This role is a key local support position within our finance function — working closely with the Head of Finance in Australia and coordinating with our offshore accounting and operations team to ensure the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial outputs. You'll act as the "on-the-ground" finance point person, helping bridge communication between accounts, sales and operations, maintain process discipline, and continuously improve how we deliver financial reporting and control across entities.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting:

  • Process accounts payable and receivable transactions in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Perform bank reconciliations and assist in maintaining the general ledger.
  • Support month-end and year-end close procedures, including journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Assist with preparing financial reports and supporting documentation.

Operational Finance & Control:

  • Work with the Finance Manager and Operations team to ensure smooth order-to-cash and procure-to-pay workflows.
  • Help maintain financial records and support implementation of process improvements.
  • Ensure invoices, receipts, and other supporting documentation are correctly filed and compliant.

Compliance & Reporting:

  • Assist in preparing and filing GST/VAT returns and other compliance reports in collaboration with external accounting partners.
  • Help ensure adherence to accounting standards and company policies.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of progressive experience in a fast-paced environment.
  • Good foundation of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
  • Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets; experience with ERP systems (Xero, Odoo a plus)
  • Understanding of AU, US and UK regulations and compliance is a bonus
  • Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Key Competencies

  • Accuracy & Attention to Detail:

Maintains high standards in data entry and reconciliations.
- Proactive Learner:

Eager to develop new skills and take on greater responsibility.
- Team Player:

Works effectively with others to meet shared goals.
- Integrity & Accountability:

Takes ownership of tasks and maintains confidentiality.
- Adaptability:

Thrives in a fast-moving, growing business environment.

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