Assistant Accountant/Bookkeeper

Centrex Limited’s (ASX:CXM)(‘Centrex’ or ‘Company’) is a South Australian based ASX listed resource company with a portfolio of assets in Queensland, Western Australia and New South Wales. Centrex is aiming to lead the way in what it means to be a modern resource company by discovering and developing solutions to meet the world’s resource needs. 

Centrex’s mandate as a company is to answer the challenges the world is facing for access to resources and committing to business activities that are focused towards sustainability and ESG principles.

Its 100% owned fertiliser business Agriflex Pty Ltd is one of Australia’s fastest growing fertiliser companies, selling phosphate products to fertiliser companies throughout the Indo Pacific region. Agriflex’s flagship project is the 100% owned Ardmore Phosphate Rock Project (Ardmore Project) located south of Mt Isa in Northwest Queensland. Agriflex plans to expand Ardmore’s production to approximately 800,000 tpa of phosphate rock concentrate per annum.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive Company that is driving a new import replacing business and new export business for Australia. 

The Role – Assistant Accountant/Bookkeeper
Supporting and reporting to the Financial Controller, the Assistant Accountant/Bookkeeper has responsibility for all day to day  responsibilities of a bookkeeper and office administrator, requiring a strong commitment to assisting the Company with their bookkeeping and compliance needs. The successful candidate will possess outstanding organizational and communication skills, coupled with a positive and approachable demeanor. Confidentiality and time management are paramount, and the ability to excel both independently and as a team player is crucial.

We are looking for an energetic candidate that displays integrity, enthusiasm and intelligence and has Assistant Accountant ambitions. This position is available both on a permanent or job sharing basis located at our Adelaide office in the CBD. 

What Needs To Be Delivered

• Drive lean processes and deliver efficiencies in completing financial close 
• Prepare consolidated month end journals, reports & reconciliation of accounts
• Processing of accounts payable and management of account receivable
• Management of Purchase Orders and reconciliation of Project Budgets
• Assist in fulfilling administrative and compliance requirements for the Company
• Manage multiple engagements and tasks efficiently
• Process client payroll and ensure accuracy
• Process and manage multistate Payroll Tax 
• Handle ATO payments for BAS, superannuation, Single Touch Payroll, and FBT
• Proficiency in using software such as MYOB(Essential), Xero and ERP systems would be an advantage
• Experience in dual currency
• Quick learner with a demonstrated ability to grasp new concepts swiftly.
• Strong organizational and administrative capabilities
• Effective prioritization, deadline management, and performance under pressure
• Excellent IT and computer skills with strong level Microsoft Office skills
• Work with our Assets and Corporate Functions to maintain appropriate financial controls and financial procedures
• Monitor financial controls and ensure compliance with the Company's standards
• Manage relationships with both internal and external stakeholders and have a relentless focus on efficiency

Who Are We Looking For

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Relevant bookkeeping qualifications and/or proven experience
• Well-developed oral and written skills with an ability to simplify technical accounting concepts to simple concepts
• Excellent numerical and financial analytical skills to interpret results and generate analysis
• Thoroughness in completing and checking tasks with a high attention to detail
• Strong collaborator who can partner with multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent time management and planning skills continuously looking for efficiency improvements

Requirements:

• Accounting degree or a minimum Certificate IV in Accounting
• Minimum 5-7 years’ bookkeeping experience is required, or other relevant experience
• Strong understanding of MYOB
• Previous experience in mining industry is an advantage  
• Proactive and able to work autonomously

On Offer:

• Competitive remuneration package
• Package includes access to the Company’s Income Protection and Life Insurance Policy
• Permanent full-time or part time position in Adelaide head office
• Potential right to participate in Employee Share Scheme
• Opportunity to work with a highly experienced and well-regarded management team
• Significant growth potential

How to apply

Please apply by submitting a cover letter (please address your previous mining experience in the cover letter) and resume.

Centrex Limited is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, with a focus on our employees. We recognise skills, expertise, commitment and living our values of Purpose, Care, Accountability and Collaboration. Our goal is to attract, develop, motivate, reward, and retain the best people in the industry. 

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Only successful candidate's will be contacted.