Accountant

Join Our High-Performing Team at Castledex - Elevate Your Career!

Castledex is a full-service provider of FF&E (furniture, fit-out and equipment). We are a market leader and work on some of the biggest projects in Western Australia. We operate a 3,000 sqm warehouse, a world class showroom, a Brisbane business and a support team of over 80 friendly and enthusiastic Castledexians.

Castledex offers a friendly, collaborative working environment with opportunities for staff to grow with the company and gain valuable experience. You will gain exposure to all facets of the furniture and storage industry with the opportunity to learn and take the next steps in your career.

The role is a varied one with the focus being the analysing, recording, and reporting on our financial records. The role operates in a fast-paced environment and will require you to provide insight and information to the management, finance, and operations teams regarding our financial position to assist them make great business decisions.

Some of the tasks you’ll do during your working day:

• Support with reporting and integrating our recently acquired business in Queensland.
• Assisting with the preparation of Financial Statements
• Assisting in the half-year and annual audit preparation and liaising with external Accountants and Auditors
• Prepare and lodge statutory obligations such as BAS, Payroll tax, Super and FBT.
• Perform reconciliations of GL accounts.
• Assist with the preparation of management reports.
• Provide backup to payroll processing and assist with answering payroll queries.
• Prepare and perform payroll related reporting, including year-end reconciliation
• Support Accounts Manager with ensuring our newly implemented ERP, Odoo, is used to its full potential across all functions.
• Provide robust management of company liabilities.
• Provide support with month-end closing journals.
• Support and assist Accounts Manager with other accounting and financial duties, as necessary.
• Provide training and backup to the wider finance team, as required.
• Be a helpful and proactive member of the finance team in answering queries from the wider Castledex team.
• From time to time, you may be required to assist with answering phones, greeting walk-ins and general admin duties.

You will hopefully already have the following skills or experience:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of initiative and a proactive approach to work.
• Strong skill levels in Excel and general computer literacy
• Ability to make a mistake, admit it and improve.
• A passion for accounting and continuous business improvement.
• Accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional time management and the ability to solve complex problems.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise multiple tasks at once.

You will need to have the appropriate qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• CPA/CA/CIMA qualified or currently working towards.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong accounting knowledge and experience with reconciliations and reporting.
• Payroll experience. Understanding of Fair Work Awards is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in accounting software systems and experience in Odoo and/or SAP is desirable.

Why should you consider joining Castledex?

Consider joining Castledex, where you will thrive within a company that upholds the values of family, integrity, creativity, responsibility, and excellence. We offer a competitive salary package that generously rewards your contributions, while also prioritising work-life balance and providing family-friendly working options.

At Castledex, we are proud champions of gender workplace equality and diversity, ensuring that individuals from all backgrounds are given the opportunity to excel and thrive in our business.

By becoming a member of the Castledex team, you will experience a workplace that not only values your skills and expertise but also celebrates the unique perspectives and contributions that diversity brings. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. Join us in driving positive change, making a meaningful impact, and creating inspired places. Take the first step towards an exciting career at Castledex by submitting your up-to-date CV and a cover letter highlighting your qualifications and enthusiasm for the role. Let’s embark on this exciting journey together!