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Accounts Assistant Job Description Examples:

Example 1

ABOUT US

Pacsolutions is a logistics company servicing the produce industry in the Northern Territory.

We have over 25 years of experience serving primary produces and various industries.

We are seeking a motivated and detial-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our team.

You will play a key role in supporting our accounts department.

JOB Reponsibilities

Data entry and maintenance of warehouse stock control.

Weekly creditors reconciliation

Assistance with accounts and financial accuracy

Contribution to payroll processes

Skills AND Experience Required

Minimum 12 months exp

Strong attention to detail

Excellent time management skills and excellent communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft office suite - excel and word

Summary Requirements

Flexible work hours

Working nights required for this role

Expected start date 01/07/2024

Expected salary positions $68,000 - $80,000 per year

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,000.00 – $80,000.00 per Location: In person

Example 2

We are a fast-paced, dynamic family office with diversified business activities in superyacht operations, charter and sales brokerage, property development and broad investment activities. Due to continued growth of the group, we are looking to hire an experienced accounts assistant with an eye for detail and a keen interest for financial systems and continuous improvement.

This is a full-time position, working in our city office Monday to Friday

This role will suit someone who is commercially minded, is a self-starter and can work and solve problems autonomously in a fast-paced environment. You will have the support of a small, hardworking and close-knit finance team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Finance and accounting processes for our Yacht chartering operations
  • AP and AR processing for Yacht charters and brokerage entities
  • EOM and EOFY accountability for the charter and brokerage group
  • Reconciliation of accounts and credit cards
  • Quarterly sales reporting and commissions calculations
  • Liaise with brokers regarding charter invoicing and payments

    About you:

  • All round experienced accounts professional with a common sense approach
  • Ability to work and solve problems independently
  • Diligent, precise and with a strong attention to detail
  • Experience working with multiple currencies
  • Experience with Xero and Microsoft Office, in particular Excel
  • Good people and communications skills

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: $70,000.00 per Location: In person

    • Example 3

    Dyvest Health Care Pty Ltd; We are; a Healthcare Services Company which has 18 Medical Centers across New South Wales - providing Bulk, Private Billings & Allied Health Facilities.

    We are looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join our busy head office

    Responsibilities:

  • Keeping track all payments & expenditures for all Medical Centers
  • End-to-end accounts payable process
  • Understanding accounts operation of the Medical Centers, collaborating with Site Managers to allocate payments from third parties into the contractors account accurately
  • Reconciling contractor s revenue accounts, issuing Recipient Created Tax Invoices and process payments
  • Administrative tasks as required

    Qualifications & Experience:

  • Diploma/ Degree in Accounting
  • Min 1-2 years Accounts Payable experience
  • High attention to detail, accuracy and the ability to work under strict deadlines
  • High level of interpersonal skills set: Good communication (both verbal and written); good organization & problem-solving skills; Excellent phone manner
  • Can be an independent worker or Team player
  • Experience with MYOB cloud-based system preferred
  • Experience of PracSoft, Medical Director is an advantage
  • Applicants must be Australian Citizen or full legal to work in Australia

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: $53,000.00 $60,000.00 per year

    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Bankstown, NSW 2200: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Experience:
  • accounts: 1 year (Preferred)

    Work (Preferred)

    • Example 4

    The Company

    Skyspan Australia is a growing business with a 40 year history in the Skylight industry, based in Baulkham Hills NSW.

    As we continue to grow, we are looking to add a new member to our dynamic multi-cultural team. We have an opening for an Accounts Assistant to work on site.

    About the role

    We re looking for a highly motivated and skilled Accounts Assistant. The role will involve a variety of bookkeeping and financial tasks to support the operations of Skyspan. It is an ongoing long-term role that also provides many opportunities for further advancement into other operational positions.

    This role is critical to our work with varied tasks. On a daily basis you will be working on the following but not limited to:

  • Assisting with accounts payable and receivables
  • Answering debtor queries
  • Debt Collection
  • Invoicing customers
  • Reconciling daily accounts
  • Reconciliation of accounts receivable
  • Liaising with suppliers, clients, or staff on an ongoing basis as required
  • Undertaking EOQ and EOFY activities and reporting

    Skills and experience

  • 1-2 years accounting role with exposure to accounts payable and bank reconciliations
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail
  • Willingness to wear multiple hats and take on additional responsibilities as needed
  • Highly organised with excellent time management abilities
  • The ability to work autonomously with little direction
  • Ability to work in a team environment and be a team player
  • Preferable to have experience with NetSuite

    We offer a fantastic opportunity to join a team of ambitious people who strive to succeed in making people's lives healthier and happier. This is a long term and secure role, where you will work in a team-based, busy and dynamic working environment and in a company whose culture rewards hard work, performance and success. Your salary package is negotiable based on experience and skill base.

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: From $50,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Salary packaging
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus



    Experience:
  • Accounts receivable: 1 year (Preferred)

    Language:
  • English (Required)

    Work Authorisation:
  • Australia Location: In person

    • Example 5

  • Are you looking to grow your career in accounts in an ASX listed global company?
  • Would you like to work in a high performing supportive team?
  • Keen to have flexibility to work part from home and Melbourne CBD office?

    WHO WE ARE.

    Our vision is to simplify premium media trading through technology and collaboration.

    Adslot is a publicly listed company on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX: ADS). With offices in New York, London, Shanghai, Munich, Sydney and Melbourne, we service market-leading Brands, Agencies, and Publishers all over the world.s and premium publishers for whom we deliver world class digital media trading SaaS technology.

    HOW CAN YOU HELP US.

    Reporting into the Finance Manager using your passion and attention to detail you ll work as part of a team to provide seamless financial and administrative support to both internal and external stakeholders.

    WHAT YOU LL DO.

  • Handling accounts receivable involving client billing, debtors follow up & reporting functions
  • Cash management including reconciliation of bank accounts and preparation of daily cash flow report
  • Assisting with periodic compliance functions such as BAS, IAS & FBT returns & VAT returns for foreign entities by liaising with accountants of foreign jurisdictions
  • Assisting with month end general ledger reconciliations & reporting
  • Active involvement in half year and year end audits Australian as well as overseas entities
  • Assisting with accounts payable function
  • Assisting with office management functions

    WHO YOU ARE.

  • Bachelor s degree in relevant subject
  • Previous experience in a similar role (1-2 years)
  • Great attention to detail
  • Excellent time management skills & ability to perform under pressure
  • Very high organisational skills
  • Able to prioritise work
  • Advanced experience using Microsoft Office Package (Word, Outlook, Excel)

    WHAT S ON OFFER.
  • Competitive salary
  • Novated leasing
  • Work-life balance
  • Professional development plans
  • Casual dress code
  • Birthday leave
  • Career progression
  • Sponsored social events
  • Employee Assistance Program

    We re an innovative and collaborative bunch. People enjoy working at Adslot because we are passionate about building, designing, testing and refining, so that thousands of people worldwide can plan, buy and sell billions of digital media dollars seamlessly and easily. We love our work, and we have a good time doing it.

    HOW TO APPLY.

    Click Apply for this job submitting your resume and cover letter.

    No recruitment agency applications please. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia

    Respect. Collaboration. Innovation. Integrity. Type: Full-time

    • Example 6

    About Legacy Hospitality Group

    Good people, good food, good times. We re a team of hospitality legends bringing together our expertise, passion, and energy to create hospitality experiences to remember. We are renowned for curating bespoke events and are home to Melbourne s finest cafes, bars, restaurants, and pubs including House of Lulu White, The Hamptons Bakery, The Postina, Rumour Has It, The Firehouse, The Villager and Ladybird Cakes.

    The Opportunity

    We are looking for a full-time Accounts Assistant to join our dynamic team. You will be responsible for the efficient and accurate processing of financial transactions for all venues and businesses within Legacy Hospitality Group including all accounts payable functions and bank and ledger reconciliations.

    Working alongside the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for:

  • Complete accounts payable function across the group including entering all invoices, forwarding remittances and reconciling payments
  • Bank reconciliations for all venues
  • New supplier credit applications
  • Raising inter-entity invoices and charges
  • Entering employee expense claims for payment
  • Submission of BAS returns
  • Assistance with month-end reporting including balance sheet recs and posting journals
  • Ad hoc finance and administrative tasks as required

    About You

    You will have 3+ years experience within an accounts assistant/payable role with experience in general accounts/finance practices. You will exhibit a true passion for the hospitality industry in addition to:

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with both internal and external stakeholders
  • Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
  • Basic level of Microsoft Excel and Word is required
  • Previous experience using Xero (or similar) is preferred
  • Ability to multitask, maintain composure and meet deadlines

    Working With Us

    Our legends have fun, and we take pride in seeing everyone grow and develop. When you work for us, we ll make you a legend too. We re a strong and supportive team offering ongoing training, development and discounts at our venues. That s why our legends stay with us.

    Interested?

    If this sounds like you then we want to hear from you. Click apply and submit your resume along with a covering letter.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $70,000.00 $75,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Employee discount
  • Employee mentoring program
  • Professional development assistance
  • Work from home
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Elsternwick, VIC 3185: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Experience:
  • Accounts payable: 1 year (Preferred)

    Work (Preferred)

    • Example 7

    Accounts Assistant Maternity Leave Cover

    Part Time/Full Time

    About us

    Goldfields Individual and Family Support Association (GIFSA) is an organization that supports people with disabilities, those who care for them, and their families. We are not-for-profit, non- government, and community based. We work in partnership with other community based organisations, State and Federal Governments to provide a range of individualised services.

    GIFSA's aim is to be the local service provider of choice through excellence by "Celebrating Life's Journey". We do this by supporting individuals and their families to live a good life by providing person centered services that are tailored to their individual needs and aspirations.

    About the opportunity

    As an Accounts Assistant, you will be responsible for the provision of support to the Finance Team including data entry, accounts payable / receivable, reconciliations and supplier enquiries. Working within a small team, ideally you will have experience in Accounts Payable / Receivable working with MYOB or Reckon (or similar).

    Essential Selection Criteria
  • Demonstrated experience in Accounts Payable / Receivable and the provision of administrative support
  • Demonstrated computer skills including a working knowledge of databases, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
  • Well-developed problem solving skills
  • Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills and the demonstrated capacity to work effectively within a team
  • Demonstrated organisational skills including the ability to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines
  • NDIS worker s screenings check, or the willingness to obtain
  • Full COVID vaccination

    Desirable Selection Criteria
  • Experience working with Reckon or MYOB (or similar)
  • Knowledge of basic accounting principles
  • Experience working within the not for profit sector
  • TAFE / Tertiary qualifications in a related discipline
  • Current knowledge and commitment to the principles of Equal Opportunity in all aspects of employment and service delivery

    What we can offer

    In addition to a competitive salary, GIFSA also provides access to salary packaging benefits, as a not-for-profit organisation this benefit allows you to contribute up to $15,900 of your pre-tax salary each year toward personal expenses such as mortgage or rent payments, bills and groceries.

    Being part of the GIFSA Team means you are part of something bigger than yourself. You will be working with passionate, friendly, supportive people committed to working together to assist Goldfields - Esperance individuals and families live independently within the community.

    If this is the job for you then please hit the apply button now.

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term
    Contract length: 12 months

    Salary: From $27.39 per hour

    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • South Kalgoorlie, WA 6430: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Application Question(s):
  • Describe your Covid-19 status?
  • Do you live in Kalgoorlie?

    Experience:
  • Accounts payable: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Accounts receivable: 1 year (Preferred)

    Work (Preferred)
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    Accounts Assistant job summary

    A great job description starts with a compelling summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is a good fit.

    Example of an Accounts Assistant job summary

    Our company is looking for an accounts assistant to support the CFO and other members of the accounting team with day to day operations. The successful candidate will possess exceptional organisational and time management skills, and experience working successfully in a fast paced environment. Responsibilities will include maintaining daily worksheets and general ledger system, maintaining and completing files and records as needed, assisting with accounts payable and receivable duties, and providing general administrative support to management team and accounting department personnel. Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and strong attention to detail. Applicants with experience and familiarity in a similar role are strongly encouraged to apply.

    Accounts Assistant responsibilities and duties

    The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organisation and who the employee reports to.

    • Process bills for payment
    • Process vendor invoices
    • Maintain files and electronic records
    • Perform administrative tasks as needed
    • Update and maintain accounts database
    • Track and resolve accounting problems and discrepancies as needed

    Accounts Assistant qualifications and skills

    Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you envision for a successful hire. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.

    • QuickBooks experience
    • Associate or bachelor’s degree
    • Strong Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Excel, and Word)
    • Knowledge of integrated accounting software
    • Calm under pressure
    • Available to work full-time

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