We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Accountant to support the day-to-day financial operations of a leading Australian technology services provider.
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, general accounting, and financial administration. Your responsibilities will include processing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, performing reconciliations, and supporting month-end closing activities.
This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional with strong financial fundamentals, excellent organisational skills, and a passion for accuracy and continuous improvement. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to process enhancements and the adoption of accounting automation tools.
You will be working with an established Australian technology services provider specialising in IT consulting, managed services, cloud solutions, cybersecurity, communications, automation, data, and AI.
With a strong commitment to innovation and customer success, the organisation partners with businesses to optimise their technology environments and deliver reliable, scalable solutions. Its collaborative approach, focus on long-term partnerships, and dedication to operational excellence create an environment where professionals can contribute to meaningful business outcomes.
Experience & Qualifications
Minimum 2–3 years of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, general bookkeeping, or an Assistant Accountant role.
Part-qualified or currently pursuing a recognised professional accounting qualification.
Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial recordkeeping, and transactional accounting procedures.
Practical experience in invoice processing, financial transactions, account reconciliations, and month-end closing activities.
Proven ability to manage recurring accounting tasks while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
Previous experience in outsourced finance, shared services, or BPO environments supporting international clients, particularly Australian businesses, will be highly regarded.
Essential Accounting Capabilities
Strong understanding of accounts payable and receivable processes, financial documentation, and reconciliation procedures.
Ability to maintain accurate financial records and support general ledger activities.
Experience managing transactional accounting workflows and supporting month-end reporting requirements.
Preferred Tools & Systems
Experience with MYOB Acumatica or similar cloud-based ERP platforms.
Familiarity with accounting automation tools such as TRAILD and Prospend.
Exposure to automated invoice processing, expense management, and reconciliation workflows.
Soft Skills
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to financial accuracy.
Strong organisational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
Ability to work independently while taking ownership of assigned responsibilities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify discrepancies and escalate issues appropriately.
Proactive and adaptable approach to learning new systems and improving processes.
Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders in a remote working environment.
High levels of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
Positive attitude and commitment to continuous improvement.
Process accounts payable transactions, including purchase order (PO) and non-PO invoices, invoice coding, and data entry.
Reconcile supplier statements, maintain accurate vendor records, and assist with payment run preparation.
Support accounts receivable operations, including payment receipting, cash allocation, customer statements, and outstanding invoice follow-ups.
Assist with recurring and ad hoc billing, debtor ageing reports, and accounts receivable reconciliations.
Process employee expense claims and support corporate credit card reconciliations.
Assist with bank reconciliations, general ledger entries, journals, accruals, and prepayments.
Support month-end closing activities by preparing accurate financial reconciliations and supporting documentation.
Maintain organised financial records and ensure compliance with established accounting procedures and internal controls.
Respond to routine supplier and customer enquiries, resolving discrepancies or escalating issues when necessary.
Contribute to the implementation and ongoing use of accounting automation tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Identify opportunities to improve financial workflows, reduce processing errors, and streamline transactional accounting activities.
Complete additional transactional accounting and financial administration tasks as required.
💰 Get paid in Australian Dollars
🏥 Medical insurance from day one for you + spouse (or parents if unmarried)
🩺 Generous OPD coverage from doctor visits to all your medical needs
🏡 Home office setup allowance to build your ideal workspace
🌐 Internet allowance to keep you connected
💪 Gym & wellness allowance to stay fit and balanced
🎉 Work hard, play hard – regular team events & engagement activities
🧠 Diji Assist – Mental health & counseling support when you need it
📚 We invest in you – reimbursement for industry certifications
🗣️ Open-door culture – your ideas and feedback always matter
🌍 Flexible work – home or office, wherever you do your best work
🏆 Rewards & recognition that actually recognize you
🥳 Great christmas & financial year-end parties to unwind with your loved ones
Own day-to-day finance operations across multiple markets, from ledger entries, payments and reconciliations to cost control, month-end close support, and tax documentation.
Maintain accounting records and process transactions for a client portfolio while supporting financial statements, management accounts, reconciliations, and tax filings as you develop technical accounting expertise.
Support day-to-day accounting across multiple group entities, maintaining accurate books through trial balance, managing reconciliations and payments, and partnering with Operations to resolve transaction issues and improve processes.
Own daily accounts payable operations, from invoice processing and vendor support to payment preparation and reconciliations, while helping improve procure-to-pay workflows across finance systems.
Support accurate, timely financial reporting and smooth day-to-day finance operations through accounting, period-end procedures, audit preparation, reconciliations, payments, and cross-team coordination.
