Assistant Accountant

15 hours ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia WesTrac NSW Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

At WesTrac, we're made for more of what matters most. More family time, with paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements and purchased leave programs to give you the work life balance you've always wanted. More development opportunities, with WesTrac's own in house RTO , access to your own guided learning platform and a range of pathways to help you steer your career in the direction of your dreams. More diversity, with over 4,000 team members with a tonne of differences, united by our passion for building a better tomorrow. As an industry leader and employer of choice, we're Made for More.

About the role

Our Finance and Commercial Team is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their team at our head office in Tomago. Working Monday-Friday on a full-time basis, this role also comes with hybrid work opportunities.

Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor, the Assistant Accountant assists in the preparation of end of month accounts as well as provides financial input into the monthly board reports. The successful applicant will perform key governance tasks, including monthly balance sheet reconciliations and governance reviews of key controls. This role will also assist functional managers with commercial information and collaborate with team members on a variety of commercial and financial initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the preparation of end of month reports
  • Review end of month download schedules and analyse sales margins and overheads
  • Assist in the preparation of precise and reliable reports
  • Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations
  • Complete monthly governance checklist, ensuring key controls are taking place within the business
  • Liaise with management to ensure accurate analysis of dashboard reporting
  • Prepare presentations and reports of financial information
  • Participate in the improvement of existing procedures through effective development of management reporting systems
  • Provide general support to team members

Skills & Experience

  • Completed Tertiary qualification in Commerce
  • Previous experience in a similar role
  • Completing a qualification as a Chartered Accountant or a Certified Practicing Accountant desirable
  • Advanced computer literacy skills including MS Office and accounting software
  • Developed analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Highly developed attention to detail with excellent organisational skills
  • Excellent communication skills including written, verbal and interpersonal
  • Proven ability to work successfully in a team & individually
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career development
  • Income protection covering you 24/7
  • Made for More Rewards
  • Fitness Passport for the whole family
  • Ability to purchase additional annual leave
  • RDO opt in available
  • 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
  • Refer a friend program - work alongside your mates and receive up to $3000 for each successful referral
  • Discounted CAT products
  • Wellness Program

Apply Now

If you believe you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, please submit your resume for consideration via the link. For further information regarding this role, please contact the Recruitment Team on and reference job number 4594.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory National Criminal History Check as part of the recruitment process.

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