Assistant Accountant

With over 1.3 million members RAC is one of WA's most iconic and trusted brands. We are a purpose-led member organisation striving to create greater value for our members and deliver on our purpose to be "The driving force for a better WA."

As an Assistant Accountant you will be responsible for ensuring the completion of finance-related tasks within designated timeframes, maintaining accurate accounting and tax records for management and compliance purposes, and contributing to budgeting and forecasting initiatives as requested.

This role is being offered as full-time position 12 month max term contract with potential for permanent. The role will be primarily based in our West Perth office.

What will you be doing?

• Financial Operations: ensuring completeness of subledger related tasks and an understanding of ledger impacts to assist with resolution of transactional matters.
• Daily/Monthly Reporting and Analysis: Aid in the preparation of comprehensive reports, including P&L support, Bank analysis including daily cash position.
• Financial Coordination: Support month-end/half year/end accounting processes, statutory requirements including Internal/External Audits, allocated journals and balance sheet reconciliations within Group deadline's.
• Compliance: Assisting and/or preparation of Tax related tasks, including FBT, ITR, BAS and any other Tax administration investigations/queries.
• Work with Team members in relation to group analysis and investigations.
• Accounts Payable duties such as purchase order creation and maintenance and review of payments for disbursements of funds prior to authorisation daily.
• Improving processes within scope of responsibility.
• Engage in various ad hoc duties and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Offers the opportunity to learn and assist across different business units in the Group.

What are we looking for in you?

• Academic Credentials: Possess tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (minimum Bachelor's degree), with a preference for those working towards or holding a CPA/CA qualification.
• Experience Essentials: Demonstrate your proficiency in a similar role within large organizations, complemented by a robust understanding of Finance system sub ledgers in ERP systems like Dynamics 365, Oracle, or similar platforms.
• Key Competencies: Showcase your adeptness in reconciliation, meticulous attention to detail, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Communication skills: Exhibit effective verbal and written communication skills, coupled with a knack for collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments.
• Proficient Excel user, including exposure to Power Query and Power BI is an advantage.
• Ability to quickly respond to situations as they arise and to work to strict deadlines.

What can we offer you?

• A workplace culture where our people feel valued, respected and empowered
• Work in flexible ways that meet work/life commitments and support wellbeing
• Professional career development and training
• Free Roadside Assistance and discounts on RAC products and services including Insurance, Holiday Parks and Resorts, Security, Finance and Auto Services
• Be part of a purpose led organisation that gives back to the WA community
• Opportunities for community engagement and corporate volunteering
• A very active Social Club – join one of the most active social clubs in Perth with over 900 members

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit a cover letter outlining your suitability/interest in the position along with your resume.

Applications Close: Monday 15th September 2025

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as RAC reserves the right to close this vacancy without notice.