Finance and Admin Assistant

• Full-time permanent role.

• Exciting small business employment opportunity

• Ongoing professional and career development opportunities.

• On-site parking

About Us

Blacktree Technology is an innovative solutions integrator working with leading edge radio and satellite communications technology to connect people and organisations across the globe. Blacktree's expertise covers all RF bands and technologies from HF, through to Commercial & Defence UHF, Satellite and Microwave.

We specialise in solving mission-critical communication problems in challenging and geographically diverse environments.

Supporting critical Defence programs in Australia and overseas, our team specialises in both new and legacy communication technologies. We provide comprehensive services, including the design, engineering, procurement, manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of communication systems.

About The Role

An exciting opportunity for a Finance and Admin Assistant to join the Blacktree Technology team on a permanent basis. The role is based in our Head Office in Perth, supporting our office in Canberra, reporting directly to the CEO, and offers professional development and long-term career progression opportunities for the right candidate.

This role would suit candidates with a passion for detail and a hands-on attitude to getting the job done.   You would be joining a team culture built on trust, respect and a desire for excellence in customer service.

The responsibilities of the role will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Complete all relevant data entry using the company's financial system (Xero)
• Process all Timesheets for payroll.
• Prepare Fortnightly Payroll including Superannuation and PAYG payments for approval and payment.
• Prepare Accounts Payable for approval and payment.
• Complete Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Order for approval.
• Prepare Staff Reimbursements for work–related expenses for approval and payment
• Complete monthly Bank Reconciliation and prepare BAS/Payroll Tax returns
• Prepare regular financial reports including cash-flow forecasts and business unit/project related reports and support preparation of regular financial reports including cash-flow forecasts and business unit/project related reports s.
• Manage business travel arrangements for both domestic and international travel.
• Provide support for HR and facilities administration and other administrative support.

This role is essential to our client's business and as such we are looking for a candidate who meets the criteria listed below:

Essential Criteria

• Minimum of 5 years previous experience in a similar role with previous experience using Xero.
• Strong administration skills – organised, thorough, systems orientated with meticulous attention to detail.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent levels of computer literacy with the ability to use Microsoft Office suite of programs.
• The ability to work without Management direction, use initiative and possess a positive attitude towards teamwork is critical.
• Eligibility for Defence Baseline Security Clearance is a must.

Desirable Criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in bookkeeping or accounts.
• Understanding of management/handling of multiple currencies would be highly regarded but not essential.
• Previous experience working within an accredited Quality Management System would be highly regarded.

Please note we will not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies and, due to the need for Baseline Security Clerance, only candidates with full working rights in Australia will be considered for this role.

Due to our busy schedule please understand that only those applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted directly.