Salary: AUD 1,200 to 1,800 per month (depending on skills and experience)
Working Hours: Mondays to Fridays: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM AEST
Holidays: TBD
Role Overview:
The Junior Accountant is responsible for managing the company’s core transactional finance functions across global operations. This includes full ownership of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll, while supporting month-end reporting and financial compliance.
This role requires a highly organised and detail-oriented finance professional who can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced FMCG environment while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and strong cross-functional communication.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable (35%)
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Oversee end-to-end AP processing, ensuring invoices are paid in line with agreed terms
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Manage accounts inbox and respond to supplier queries promptly
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Process supplier invoices with accurate GL and tax coding
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Liaise with internal departments for invoice approvals
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Prepare and upload supplier payments into banking portal
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Reconcile supplier statements and company credit card transactions
Accounts Receivable (35%)
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Oversee AR portfolio, ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices
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Partner with Sales team to review and process retailer claims
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Issue account statements and follow up overdue payments
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Maintain daily bank reconciliations and cash allocation
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Assist with cash flow forecasting based on expected receipts
Reporting & Month-End (15%)
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Prepare and maintain general ledger reconciliations
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Produce weekly AR/AP reports highlighting overdue items and action plans
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Assist with month-end close and preparation of journal entries
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Support ad hoc management reporting
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Contribute to finance process improvements and system enhancements
Payroll (15%)
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Maintain accurate employee records
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Prepare monthly payroll summaries and upload payment files
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Monitor leave balances and maintain leave records
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Submit payroll tax filings and quarterly superannuation payments
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Process WorkCover filings
Requirements
Experience & Education
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
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2–3 years’ finance/accounting experience
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Experience in FMCG and/or retail industries preferred
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Experience with Xero and Cin7 highly regarded
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CPA or CA qualification (or working towards) advantageous
Skills & Competencies
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Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
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Advanced Excel and spreadsheet capability
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Strong organisational and time management skills
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Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Proactive problem-solver with a solutions-focused mindset
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Comfortable working cross-functionally with multiple departments