
Accounting Assistant
Job Description
Are you a recent accounting or commerce graduate looking for your first step into the finance profession? We're looking for a motivated and ambitious General Accounting Assistant to join our team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, has a strong work ethic, and is keen to understand how a business operates, not just process transactions. You'll gain exposure to a broad range of finance activities and work closely with experienced professionals who will support your development.
What you'll be doing
No two days will look exactly the same. Your responsibilities will include:
Accounts payable processing and supplier management
Accounts receivable administration and customer account support
Bank, creditor, debtor and general ledger reconciliations
Assisting with month-end finance activities
Data entry and maintaining accurate financial records
Preparing reports and financial information
Supporting continuous improvement of finance processes
Providing administrative support to the wider finance team
Assisting with a variety of other accounting and finance tasks as needed
What we're looking for
We're interested in attitude and potential as much as experience. You will ideally have:
A recently completed degree or tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline
Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
A willingness to learn and take ownership of your work
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Strong Microsoft Excel and computer skills
A proactive approach to problem-solving
The ability to think beyond simply processing transactions and understand the wider business impact of your work
* A reliable, hardworking attitude and a desire to build a successful career in finance
Why join us?
This role offers a fantastic foundation for someone wanting to develop a long-term career in accounting and finance. You'll gain practical experience across multiple areas of finance, work alongside experienced professionals, and be exposed to the commercial side of running a business.
If you're a bright graduate who is curious, driven, and ready to roll up your sleeves and learn, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and start building your finance career with us.
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