Financial Accountant Au & Xero Exp. Work From Home

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

WHAT IS A FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

Our awesome client, a leading accounting firm based in Australia is looking for a Financial Accountant to be part of their finance team.

The Financial Accountant will be responsible for monthly preparation, accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank and general ledger reconciliations and providing assistance with the preparation of accurate and timely financial accounts and information for clients.

WHAT WILL BE YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• The main responsibilities you will have in this role include

MONTHLY PREPARATION

Month end close - processing of general journals, accruals, standing journals and general ledger adjustments.

Completion of monthly Balance Sheet Reconciliations.

Assistance with preparation of monthly and quarterly BAS Returns.

Perform bank reconciliations for overseas and Australian bank accounts

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE, PAYABLE AND FIXED ASSETS

Assistance in managing the Accounts Payable function for clients, as required.

Assistance in managing the Accounts Receivable ledger across clients and ensure appropriate procedures are being followed

Assistance in project managing the maintenance of fixed asset registers in accordance with the appropriate accounting policies.

General assistance and any other ad hoc duties as they arise.

KEY COMPETENCIES

3-5+ years' experience in performing financial and management accounting functions

Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.

Demonstrated hands-on experience in processing of accounts payable

Working knowledge of online banking and experience in month end reconciliations.

Preference for experience in dealing with Australian based clients.

Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail a must.

Ability to work unsupervised and show initiative.

Preference, but not essential for knowledge and experience in working with the Xero accounting system.

Advanced EXCEL skills, proficient WORD skills.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR

Bachelors degree in Accounting, or related field

In process of completing or desire to complete CA of CPA qualifications

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT