Group Assistant Accountant

Sadleirs is an Australian family-owned business, specialising in freight transportation, national and international logistics and 3PL warehousing. We work on a national road and rail network and focus on delivering great service to our customers.

About this Opportunity

Do you have a passion for numbers and a keen eye for detail?

Sadleirs is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join us in our Head Office in Kewdale. You will play a vital role in supporting our financial operations by ensuring accuracy and efficiently. We are looking for a candidate with strong organisation skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple task and deadlines

The role involves contributing to the financial integrity of the business by ensuring accurate, timely and effective financial reporting and analysis on an ongoing basis.

Key Duties

• Month-end and Year-end process – end to end
• Internal and external reporting, variance analysis and ad hoc analytical work
• Cash flow forecast as well as various banking and finance duties
• Assist in meeting compliance requirements, including BAS, FBT, Tax and other regulatory compliance
• Assisting with the compilation of information for audits, reporting & reviews
• Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts
• Preparation of required documents and calculations for year-end
• Assist in maintaining the Group cash flow forecast
• Assist in the preparation of Group consolidation entries and associated Group Financial reports

To be successful the following is required

• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Advanced time management, planning and organisational skills with the ability to self-manage workloads
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work autonomously

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Accounting or related discipline
• Have or working towards a CA or CPA Membership
• At least 3 – 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Some exposure to multiple company accounting and consolidated accounts is desirable
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and quick to learn new systems and applications
• Interest in developing statutory accounting and tax compliance skills
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills

Culture & Values at Sadleirs

Sadleirs is a diverse and historic family-owned business specialising in Logistics, Global Freight and Packaging. We have expanded our infrastructure and services to become one of Australia’s most trusted brands.

Our culture is a product of our ‘Family Values’ – SAFE, One Sadleirs, Customer Commitment, Communicate Openly & Honestly, Empowerment and Respect. We use our values to make decisions and therefore we make a deliberate choice about what is important to us and our business. 

We strive to recruit like-minded talent, who want to build their success on our Family Values.

Sadleirs recognise the value of diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

What Sadleirs can offer you

Enjoy working for a company that still has old family values with a culture that makes you feel valued;

• Permanent full-time employment with Sadleirs.
• Comprehensive induction and on-site training.
• A safety-first approach to work.
• Access to our Employee Wellbeing Initiatives and Employee Recognition Programs; and
• Exclusive private health partner benefits.

To help us to deliver The Perfect Journey, apply today!