Assistant Accountant

2 days ago

Ringwood East, Victoria, Australia ConnectEast Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Love ticking off tasks and keeping things balanced? Join the team that keeps EastLink moving"

ConnectEast is the owner and operator of EastLink, Melbourne's second fully electronic tollway. Since opening in June 2008, EastLink has established a reputation as one of Melbourne's busiest and safest motorways. ConnectEast participates in an annual international sustainability assessment (GRESB) and in 2024, earned the #1 position for the third year in a row in the motorways maintenance and operations category.

About the Role

We're looking for a capable, proactive, organised and detail oriented Assistant Accountant to join our team. This Full-time position is ideal for someone who enjoys a fast-paced and commercially focused environment

Reporting to the Management Accountant, you will support the Finance team with reconciliation, accruals and statutory reporting, month and year end financial systems roll over, along with back up support for accounts payable and receivable functions to support the smooth operation of the financial  process and compliance with internal policies and external obligations.

What You'll Be Doing (but not limited to)

  • Perform comprehensive balance sheet reconciliations to ensure financial integrity.
  • Oversee month-end administrative processes across Tolling and Corporate finance systems.
  • Provide assistance and financial data to support external audit activities.
  • Prepare and lodge accurate Business Activity Statements (BAS) in accordance with statutory deadlines.
  • Complete and submit quarterly Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) surveys, including Business Indicators and Capital Expenditure.
  • Maintain documentation for Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) and assist in the preparation of the annual FBT return.
  • Provide back up for AP and AR functions

The ideal candidate will have

  • Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, and working towards becoming a Certified Practicing Accountant
  • A minimum of 2-years' experience in an accounting role, ideally with exposure to month end and reconciliations in a high volume, low value environment.
  • Technical Proficiency in Microsoft and TechnologyOne (preferred), and a willingness to learn new systems.

What we can offer you:

  • a nurturing environment allowing employees to grow and develop within an inclusive environment.
  • Free counselling services through the Employee Assistance Program.
  • Onsite micro market and café, including free coffee and fruit.
  • Access to ConnectEast's Wellbeing program, including morning teas, onsite massages, and fitness program.

Ready To Apply?

In your application, please highlight relevant skills and experience that you can bring to this role.

Appointment to this position is subject to a National Police Clearance and your eligibility to work in Australia.

If this role sounds of interest to you, please refer to the Employee Information Kit at for more information.

Applications must include a cover letter and current resume and must be submitted prior to Close of Business on Friday 17th October 2025.

ConnectEast values and embraces diversity and inclusion within our employee group. We are One Team working seamlessly together. Safety is at the forefront of our decision making. We are Accountable for our actions and deliver on our commitments. We respect one another and We Care for every one of our employees, colleagues, customers and the environment.

ConnectEast does not accept unsolicited agency referrals.

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