We are currently partnering with an established investment and financial services business based in Fortitude Valley to recruit an experienced Accountant for an initial three-month contract.
Operating within the investment space and working alongside a portfolio of Australian businesses, the organisation offers a professional yet entrepreneurial environment with exposure across a diverse group of businesses.
Due to a peak period, they are looking for a capable Accountant who can step in quickly and provide hands-on support across the day-to-day accounting function.
The Role
Working closely with the broader finance team, your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and posting journals, accruals and prepayments
- Completing balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations
- Supporting month-end close and reporting processes
- Assisting with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable as required
- Investigating and resolving reconciliation discrepancies
- Assisting with general ledger maintenance
- Supporting compliance requirements and related reporting
- Responding to ad hoc finance and accounting queries
- Providing broader support across the finance function during a busy period
About You
This role will suit an experienced Accountant who is comfortable stepping into a business and getting up to speed quickly. You will ideally bring:
- 3+ years' experience in an Accountant, Financial Accountant or strong Assistant Accountant capacity
- Strong hands-on experience with journals, balance sheet reconciliations and month-end
- A solid understanding of general ledger accounting and accounting principles
- Experience assisting with financial compliance, statutory obligations and/or related reporting
- Confidence investigating variances and resolving discrepancies with minimal supervision
- Strong Excel skills and confidence working across accounting/ERP systems
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing deadlines
- A proactive, adaptable approach and willingness to work across a broad accounting remit
- The ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively within a small finance team
- Availability to commence immediately or within one week's notice
What's on Offer
This is a great opportunity to join a well-established business during a busy period, offering $40–$45 per hour + super, an initial three-month contract, and genuine flexibility.
The role would suit someone looking to secure a hands-on contract where they can add value from day one.
How to Apply
If this sounds like your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Submit your application or contact
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