Senior Accounting Assistant

• Manage client document submissions and ensure all required files are collected and organized properly.

• Liaise with clients for follow-ups on outstanding documents or clarification of data entries.

• Maintain and update internal checklists and client folders to ensure completeness and compliance.

• Input, validate, and update financial transactions to client-specific system and software.

• Maintain accuracy of financial data and records.

• Generate basic reports and summaries as requested by senior staff.

• Reconcile bank statements, credit card accounts, and other financial records regularly to ensure accuracy and identify and report discrepancies for resolution.

• Manage invoices, receipts, and expense claims following Australian GST requirements.

• Process payroll, superannuation, and STP processing and ensure balances are accurate and reconciled at the end of each month.

• Perform manual journal entries related to payroll tax and reconcile at the end of each month.

• Perform revenue processing-related tasks with minimal supervision, including generating and preparing revenue statements, workpapers, fees and loans tracking reports and creating journal entries.

• Handle the recording of asset acquisitions, disposal and depreciation schedules ensuring all asset records are accurate and up to date.

• Perform pre-review of financial performance and management performance reports to ensure accuracy and flag discrepancies.

• Prepare annual accounts with minimal supervision.

• Prepare detailed calculation of Instalment Activity Statements (IAS) and Business Activity Statements (BAS) with minimal supervision.

• Prepare tax returns and create working papers and input figures in the tax preparation software with minimal supervision.

• Prepare and organize supporting documentation for tax lodgements and financial reports.

• Monitor recurring compliance deadlines and maintain a calendar of deliverables.

• Support the accounting and finance team on other administrative duties related to accounting and tax functions and flag discrepancies.

• Provide process guidance to new team members.

• Assist the senior accountant with audit support and reconciliation checks.

• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and minimize errors.

• Suggest process improvements and documentation policies and procedures.

• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and continuous learning initiatives.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an Accounting Assistant supporting Australian clients.

• Proven experience in Australian Accounting or Finance Support roles.

• Solid understanding of accounting principles, bookkeeping, reconciliation, Australian tax returns and compliance.

• Ability to manage multiple client accounts independently with minimal supervision.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets.

• Familiarity with accounting software (Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks), or equivalent accounting platforms preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data handling.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with clients, senior accountants, and management.

• Ability to work across time zones if required.

• Australian Cert IV in Bookkeeping/Accounting or other relevant Australian bookkeeping/accounting qualification or certification is a plus.

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities
• 500K per incident HMO coverage + Dental & Optical benefits
• 2-week paid Christmas vacation
• Referral bonuses
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

• Fixed Schedule of Mon-Fri from 7 AM to 4 PM

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