Job Summary
You will maintain and support general ledger and financial closing processes, assist with audits, and manage accounting operations for a business unit. Collaborate with managers to ensure accurate reporting, tax filing, and timely financial activities.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and support the general ledger and perform financial closing to ensure accurate company and group financial records
- Respond to audits and investigations by providing necessary documentation and support
- Support accounting and finance processes to enhance operational efficiency
- Manage daily accounting operations including full set of accounts for one business unit
- Monitor accounts receivable collections, prepare statements of account, and follow up on overdue payments to improve cash flow
- Process accounts payable payments and reconcile supplier statements to maintain vendor relationships
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and manage daily cash flow to ensure accurate cash position
- Prepare and submit GST returns in compliance with regulatory requirements
- Provide financial, administrative, and clerical support including tax filing and reporting to maintain compliance and control
- Assist Accounting Managers with monthly closing and audit preparations to meet deadlines
- Handle general office administrative duties to support finance team operations
- Assume additional finance and accounting duties as assigned, including covering for absent staff
- Respond promptly to requests from managers to support business needs
Required competencies and certifications
- Strong working knowledge of accounting, general ledger, and bookkeeping principles
- Minimum 2 years of relevant accounting or finance experience
- Working experience in Construction or Engineering sectors
Preferred competencies and qualifications
- Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent
- Experience working in an audit firm
- Proficiency in using XERO and QUICKBOOKS accounting software
Other Information
- Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm Saturday half day
