Junior Accountant

BFX Furniture is a proudly Australian owned company specialising in the design, manufacture and supply of education and commercial furniture solutions. Since its establishment in 1987, BFX has grown to become one of the leading suppliers of furniture in Australia. With a commitment to customer service backed by years of industry experience and a team dedicated to research and development, BFX Furniture doesn't just deliver furniture, we deliver innovation and superior design. Our company is headquartered in Yandina on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, and we employ people across Australia as we continue to grow. We are an expanding business, providing opportunities for local Sunshine Coast people to learn and grow with the business.

Why Work for Us?

• Contribute to a company known for high-quality, innovative furniture solutions that enrich learning environments.
• Be part of a dedicated, collaborative team committed to providing outstanding quality and service.
• Employee Assistance Program that supports your health and well-being.

About the role

The Junior Accountant supports the finance team by assisting with accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, and financial record-keeping.

This role is an excellent opportunity for recent accounting or finance graduates. It provides hands-on experience across core accounting functions, exposure to ERP system implementation, and the chance to build a strong foundation in financial processes. The position is designed to develop your technical skills, professional knowledge, and confidence in a practical workplace setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and reconcile accounts payable and receivable transactions, including invoices, payments, and customer account follow-ups.
• Assist with monthly balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Support preparation of the company's taxation obligations, including BAS, GST, FBT, Payroll Tax, and Income Tax under supervision.
• Contribute to maintaining payroll accounting records and assisting with payroll reconciliations.
• Support the ERP system implementation by assisting with testing, troubleshooting, and developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for finance processes.
• Support inventory integrity by assisting with reconciliations, stock control, and resolving discrepancies with the stock controller and lead accountant.
• Prepare and provide financial documentation required for external audits and support the audit process.
• Collaborate with finance team members and other departments to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Provide general finance administration and contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Bachelor's degree (or currently studying) in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (pivot tables, lookups an advantage).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial records.
• Good organisational and time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems, including ERP platforms.
• Team player with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Experience

• Up to 1 year of accounting, bookkeeping, or finance-related experience (including internships or work placements).
• Exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, or basic reconciliation processes (desirable but not essential).
• Experience using Excel or other spreadsheet tools.

Our teams come from many backgrounds, and our years of service range from five to 25 years, with second generation employees common in our business. People who stay a while are the best advertisement for a good culture, right?

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