Assistant Accountant (12 month contract)

FERRERO -
Sydney NSW

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Job Details

Contract | Fixed term
6 hours ago

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
SAP
Microsoft Office
Analysis skills
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Finance, Administration & Control

Job ID:

75221

Sydney, AU (Hybrid)

Contractor

About the Role:

We’re looking for an Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team on a 12‑month fixed term contract. In this role, you’ll support key finance processes across Record to Report (R2R), Procure to Pay (P2P), Order to Cash (O2C), and process compliance activities.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong accounting foundation who enjoys working with detail, collaborating with stakeholders, and contributing to accurate financial reporting.

Main Responsibilities:

Record to Report (R2R)

Assist with the preparation of monthly reports and annual financial statements
Support journal entries, accruals, and general ledger reconciliations
Provide documentation and support for internal and external audits
Assist with regular submissions (e.g. tax and statistical reporting) to government authorities

Procure to Pay (P2P)

Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
Maintain accurate accounts payable records
Support vendor onboarding and ensure compliance with procurement policies

Order to Cash (O2C)

Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding payments
Assist with SAP™ reconciliations
Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing issues
Support credit checks and customer master data maintenance

Process Compliance

Perform monthly purchase cut‑off testing to ensure timely SAP™ updates
Conduct monthly three‑way checks (purchase orders, proof of goods/services received, and invoices)
Support annual contract repository checks in line with contract policy

Other responsibilities

Undertake additional tasks as required to support the Finance team

About You:

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring:

A strong foundation in accounting principles
Working knowledge of SAP™ (essential)
High attention to detail with strong analytical skills
Clear communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications
Experience liaising with external auditors (desirable)

About Ferrero:

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.

DE&I at Ferrero:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
Find out more here.

Our Application Process

We’re constantly looking for talented individuals who are ready to be part of our dynamic and growing organization. Ferrero is a company with a global presence and family values. Join us!

1. Apply

Complete your online application, upload your CV and include brief cover letter to help us understand your experience and interests

2. Assess

Our HR team will arrange a phone or video interview if we feel your qualifications are a good match for the job

3. Interview

If the first interview goes well, you’ll be invited to speak with a Ferrero manager to assess your competencies, technical aptitude and fit within our dynamic organization

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Our Application Process

1. Apply

2. Assess

3. Interview

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