Assistant Accountant

Aliaxis exists to bring solutions to the world's water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy. We are a global leader in high-quality piping & fitting solutions for use in building, infrastructure, industrial and agricultural applications across the globe. Over 15,000 people work for us in more than 40 countries with 80 manufacturing sites.  

Vinidex

For over six decades, Vinidex has been leading the way – setting the industry benchmark for pipeline systems and solutions. Our legacy spans across building, infrastructure, agriculture, and civil sectors. 

We make life flow with groundbreaking, high-quality products, connecting everything from water, gas, and energy throughout Australia. 

With Aliaxis as our parent group, we're proud of our sustainability initiatives, reducing our carbon footprint while delivering the best solutions for our customers and making a positive impact on our communities.

We're looking for passionate people who embrace our values:

• We Dare to challenge the status quo, innovate, and learn fast

• We Care for the environment, our customers, and each other

• We Deliver by taking accountability for our decisions and actions

What will you do

We have a rare opportunity for a motivated Assistant Accountant to join our supportive and experienced finance team.  You are enthusiastic, with a thirst to learn and want to develop your career in a high performing team.

Based at our Smithfield manufacturing site and reporting to the Finance Manager, this is a great opportunity for someone with 1–2 years of experience to contribute across a range of accounting functions. You'll work closely with the Finance Manager, gaining hands-on experience while identifying opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency.

• Perform daily bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations.

• Assist with BAS, FBT, payroll tax, ABS surveys, and Payment Times Reporting.

• Manage vehicle lease administration and coordinate property rental payments.

• Prepare journals and reconcile intercompany transactions.

• Support year-end audit preparation and respond to queries.

• Contribute to process improvements and provide backup support to the Finance Manager and adhoc duties as required.
   

About you

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or commerce.

• Ideally you have 1-2 years' experience in an accounting or finance role.

• Commence or planning to commence CA or CPA studies.

• Computer literate with Intermediate Excel skills and ERP experience (SAP advantageous).

• Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written, with the ability to build meaningful relationships with all stakeholders and customers.

• Are curious with a thirst to learn, want to continue to grow and use your initiative.

• A proactive, team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently.

• Excellent time management and coordination skills with a sense of urgency, results focused, with high attention to detail and analytical mindset.

• You have a can-do attitude, are flexible, adaptable and customer focused in everything you do

• Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent resident to apply.

Why join us? We care

• Hybrid role working 3 days per week in office and 2 days from home (Initially full time in the office when training)

• Flexible working hours to allow you to do the school drop off/ pick up or work on your health and wellbeing

• STI program and annual pay review are just some of the ways we reward our employees for their contribution

• You will enjoy working for a business that is conscious about what we do, how it operates and our impact on the environment

• Industry leading paid parental leave - 26 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer and 4 weeks paid secondary carer 

• Employee Assistance Program access for you & your immediate family  

• Employee Recognition Programs and Service Awards 

• Opportunity to join our mentoring programs 

• Diversity, equity, and inclusion is close to our heart as a global business, you will have the opportunity to join the DEI council 

• Career development opportunities at locally and globally 

• A safe work environment with a strong focus on "Go for Zero" 
   

Apply today and help us make life flow. For more information this role, please contact Carla Treuer on

Aliaxis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who welcomes candidates and employees from all backgrounds. We are committed to building and investing in a culture of belonging, where all our employees feel empowered, can be their true selves and are able to bring their best ideas forward and contribute to the company's "Growth with Purpose" strategy.

For us, equity and belonging starts at the application step: whether it's offering flexibility in scheduling interviews, or ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment, we strive to remove barriers and create equal opportunities for all applicants. Should you have specific needs, please do not hesitate to let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.

Just a heads up – we are currently not accepting CVs from recruitment agencies.  Thanks for your understanding and cooperation