Job Summary
You will maintain and support general ledger and financial closing processes, assist with audits, and manage accounting operations for a business unit. Collaborate with managers to ensure accurate reporting, tax filing, and timely financial activities.
Responsibilities
Maintain and update the general ledger to ensure accurate company and group financial records
Perform financial closing activities to meet reporting deadlines
Provide documentation and support during audits and investigations to ensure compliance
Manage daily accounting operations including maintaining a full set of accounts for one business unit
Monitor accounts receivable by preparing statements of account and following up on overdue payments to improve cash flow
Process accounts payable payments and reconcile supplier statements to maintain accurate vendor accounts
Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and manage daily cash flow to ensure accurate cash position
Prepare and submit GST returns in compliance with regulatory requirements
Provide financial, administrative, and clerical support including tax filing and reporting to maintain compliance and control
Assist Accounting Managers with monthly closing and audit preparations to meet deadlines
Perform general office administrative duties to support finance team operations
Assume additional finance and accounting duties as assigned, including covering for absent staff
Respond promptly to requests from managers to support business needs
Required competencies and certifications
Strong working knowledge of accounting, general ledger, and bookkeeping principles
Minimum 2 years of relevant accounting or finance experience
Working experience in Construction or Engineering sectors
Preferred competencies and qualifications
Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent
Experience working in an audit firm
Proficiency in using XERO and QUICKBOOKS accounting software
Other Information
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm; Saturday half day