Graduate / Junior Accountant
Job Description
Kick start your career and get hands-on, not-for-profit accounting experience while making a meaningful contribution.
Graduate / Junior Accountant
Exposure to both accounting/finance and office management functions.
Hands-on training in payroll, WIP management, and project costing.
Career growth opportunities within finance and administration.
The opportunity
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Graduate / Junior Accountant who will play a dual role within our organisation.
This position is designed for a recent accounting graduate who is eager to build technical accounting skills while also supporting general office administration and team operations.
The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience across a wide range of finance functions, including payroll and job costing, while also contributing to smooth day-to-day office activities.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Finance Duties
Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing.
Support monthly reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.
Assist with job creation, job closing, and work-in-progress (WIP) management, including:
- Monitoring job costs and expenses against budgets.
- Reviewing and updating WIP schedules.
- Assisting in revenue recognition processes and adjustments.
- Supporting accurate reporting of project profitability.
- Maintain accurate financial records and assist with audit requirements.
- Contribute to end-of-month and end-of-year closing activities.
- Assist with payroll processing and related administrative tasks.
- Provide general support to the finance team on ad-hoc projects.
Office & Administrative Support
- Assist with general office administration, filing, and document management.
- Manage incoming calls, emails, and correspondence when required.
- Coordinate meeting arrangements.
- Support staff with office supplies, procurement, and vendor coordination.
- Assist with subcontractor onboarding documentation and ensure validity of compliance documents (e.g. licences, insurances, certifications).
- Provide support to management and other departments as needed.
Qualifications, Skills & Attributes
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good organisational and time-management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Willingness to learn and take on varied responsibilities.
Opportunities & Benefits
- Exposure to both accounting/finance and office management functions.
- Hands-on training in payroll, WIP management, and project costing.
- Mentorship and support from senior finance staff.
- Career growth opportunities within finance and administration.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- What you need to do now!
- If you have the experience outlined above, and the passion to succeed, we would love to hear from you!
- Please click the 'APPLY' button now and send through your resume and cover letter detailing your previous relevant experience and why you are the perfect candidate for our team
About Joii Corporate Services
Joii Corporate Services is the backbone of Joii, providing financial and administrative support to all other Joii Departments and enterprises. www.joii.org. Its aim is to ensure regulatory and financial compliance as well as providing a ‘one system’ approach to how things are done at Joii to support an efficient use of all Joii’s resources.
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