Financial Accountant

1 week ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia NORSTA Maritime Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Who we are

NORSTA Maritime is the Regional Maintenance Provider North-East (RMP-NE), known for its dynamic and collaborative approach in providing exceptional maritime sustainment to the Department of Defence. NORSTA delivers technical expertise and project management capabilities in fleet maintenance to support the operational efficiency of the Royal Australian Navy fleet.

NOTE: As a condition of this role, you must be an Australian citizen and be able to obtain (and hold) Baseline Defence security clearances. A National Police Check will be required.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced accounting professional seeking an opportunity in the dynamic world of maritime and Defence-subcontracting.

This is a permanent, full-time role.

If you are seeking to widen your industry experience, this is the perfect role.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Financial Accountant will ensure accurate and efficient recording of financial information in NORSTA's accounting system to assist in the preparation of financial statements and associated reporting.

Tasks include (but are not limited to):

  • General Ledger, Balance Sheet and Bank Reconciliations
  • BAS return
  • Payroll processing
  • Superannuation
  • Accounts Receivable and Payable functions
  • Preparation of month-end financial accounts
  • Handling of external audit.

About you

With a proven track record (at least five years) in financial management, preferably within a commercial environment, you have a strong eye for detail and great problem-solving skills, including an aptitude for numbers, logic and mathematics.

We value your demonstrated experience in:

  1. Preparation and lodgement of:

(a) BAS return

(b) Payroll Tax

(c) Superannuation

  1. Payroll processing

  2. Handling of external audit

  3. Preparation of month end financial accounts

You are highly proficient in MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook. While you may have wide experience across a range of financial accounting software, you have experience and/or expertise in SAP B1.

You are able to communicate respectfully and work collaboratively across an organisation to achieve outcomes.

Your qualifications may include:

  • Minimum: Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Business/Business Administration
  • Desirable: CPA or CA membership
  • Extensive administration and support services background
  • High proficiency in accounting systems. SAP-B1 is desirable but not mandatory.
  • Excellent logic and numeracy skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Payroll processing

How to apply

Please click the "Quick Apply" button below to access the Seek application portal. Submit your current CV, outlining your skills and professional experience, along with a cover letter that includes your contact details. This is an urgent posting with an immediate start available. Due to urgency, interviews will be held throughout the period of the advertising. We appreciate your interest in joining our team. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further consideration.

As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. We recognize the unique contributions that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples bring to our organization, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that honours and celebrates their cultures, histories, and knowledge. We also encourage women and Department of Defence Veterans to apply for NORSTA positions.

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