Assistant Accountant

Job title : Assistant Accountant
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Job reference : 1698991
Company Overview
An established and purpose-driven organisation operating across the environmental and infrastructure space is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their growing finance team. With a strong focus on sustainability, long-term impact and continuous improvement, this business offers a collaborative culture and the opportunity to be part of meaningful projects that make a real difference.

The Role
Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role is a key support function within the finance team, providing hands-on assistance across core finance operations. The position will suit someone early in their accounting career who enjoys variety, ownership of processes and working closely with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities
  • End-to-end accounts payable processing, including invoice management and supplier reconciliations
  • Managing weekly payment runs and purchase order queries
  • Bank and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Corporate credit card processing and follow-ups
  • Supporting month-end close activities
  • Assisting with accounts receivable and debtor follow-ups
  • Liaising with internal operational teams and external suppliers
  • Identifying opportunities for process improvement and efficiencies
The Candidate
  • Degree qualified in Accounting or a related discipline
  • 2+ years’ experience in an Assistant Accountant or finance operations role
  • Strong exposure to accounts payable and cash reconciliations
  • CA/CPA qualification (or working toward)
  • Confident communicator with the ability to work with non-finance stakeholders
  • Well organised, detail-oriented and able to manage competing priorities
  • Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems
  • A positive, proactive attitude with a desire to learn and grow
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a strong accounting foundation within a supportive and values-led organisation.

How to apply
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now.