Address- Permanent Full Time opportunity for an experienced Assistant Accountant
- Anglicare are one of Australia's largest Aged Care providers
- Hybrid role in Norwest and moving to Macquarie Exchange in 2025
Come and join an organisation with over 160 years' experience caring for people, including those in need. Join a diverse team of 4,000 hardworking employees and 2,000 faithful volunteers, who serve our community with compassion that transforms.
With more than 300 unique roles across Anglicare, you'll have plenty of opportunity to grow and develop your career … at the same time as making a real difference for real people.
Our values of Justice, Integrity, Compassion and Excellence allow you to do the best work of your life!
To find out more please visit: Anglicare Aged Care & Community Services - Sydney & Surrounds
About the role:
You will be an invaluable support to the Financial Accounting team and be responsible for key day-to-day activities, including managing all bank accounts, reconciliations, prepayments, and some accruals. This position will work closely with the broader finance department and you will gain experience across the diversity of Anglicare's operations and utilise several systems while doing so.
The ideal candidate will have shown to be an ambitious self-starter, who is wanting to learn and grow and try new things. You will be encouraged to develop your technical and interpersonal skills and will be constantly challenged.
This position will be a full time, maximum term, 3-month position with a possibility to progress to a permanent role.
Key responsibilities (not limited to):
- Manage financial information systems such as ExpenseMe, Capital Guardians, and Finance General Enquiry System
- Maintain process documentation in all areas of responsibility
- Processing of monthly journals to ensure month end close responsibilities are completed in timely and accurate manner
- Timely completion of monthly reconciliations to ensure timely clearance of reconciling items
- Completion and timely distribution of weekly and monthly reporting requirements
- Ongoing review of processes and controls - maintain best practice through continuous improvement
- Support the finance team with ad hoc tasks and month end processing as required
Essential Criteria:
- Qualifications in Accounting or Business Administration
- Experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar role
- Strong experience with accounting software and MS Excel
- Professional written and oral communications skills
- Experience working in the not-for-profit sector (advantageous)
Want to join? We offer:
- Flexible, supportive work environment that provides the opportunity to do your best the most rewarding work of your life
- Opportunities for career progression, professional development and training
- Treehouse benefits and rewards, including discounts to 400 retail, accommodation and entertainment
- Regular individual and group supervision (reflective practice), ongoing 1:1 mentoring, strong team support and a comprehensive induction program
- Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family
- Tax benefits through salary packaging options as a not-for-profit organisation
- A safe and healthy workplace culture
- A fun, supportive, and engaged team
For further information about this opportunity, please email our recruitment team at .
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are encouraged to apply.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may close prior to the closing date.
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