Assistant Accountant

The Company Robert Half is currently recruiting for an Assistant Accountant to join one of Melbourne's most sought-after employers on a 6-month fixed term contract. Starting ASAP, this is a fantastic opportunity to join an iconic business where you will be responsible for complex reconciliations, the preparation of financial reports, and undertaking a wide variety of accounting responsibilities. This organisation prides themselves on their inclusive and supportive culture, offering an innovative work environment, with multiple employee perks including hybrid working. The Role Reporting to the Head of Finance, your duties will include: • Assisting with end of month procedures including reconciliations and posting journal entries. • Daily bank and cash clearing reconciliations. • Active involvement in monthly & quarterly reporting processes • Assisting in maintaining the accuracy of the general ledger • Partnering with a variety of internal and external stakeholder regarding finance queries • Continuing to identify areas for process improvement • Being a key point of contact for other departments on financial and accounting matters Your Profile To be successful in this role, you will have a great knowledge and understanding of accounting functions, including: • At least 2 years' experience in a similar role with relevant qualifications, or working towards a finance qualification • An analytical mindset and to be able to work to tight deadlines • Strong communication skills and possess the ability to build relationships • An intermediate level of Excel skills (pivot tables/ V-lookups), with an aptitude to learn new finance systems quickly What's on offer? • An outstanding opportunity to make this role your own. • A thriving business with an excellent reputation and forward-thinking outlook. • A fast-paced, dynamic role, • Ongoing professional training and development. • A work environment where your initiative and innovation will be rewarded. Apply Today Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button. Reference Number: 06810-0013503683LS This is a hybrid position By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.