Assistant Accountant (6-Month Contract)

Beaumont - Sydney ·www.beaumontpeople.com.au

Location Sydney, NSW, Australia
Work type Remote
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Assistant Accountant 
  • ASAP Start!
  • Part-Time Hours, 3 Days Per Week
  • Hybrid Working (2 days office, 1 day WFH)
  • Sydney Inner-South 
  • 6-Month Contract (Potential Long-Term Opportunity)
  • $76,000 – $90,000 + Super (pro rata)
Beaumont People is proud to be partnering with a well-regarded membership organisation in the search for an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their collaborative finance team on a part-time contract basis.

We are looking for someone with a positive, can-do attitude who enjoys working across multiple areas of finance and can hit the ground running.

Key Responsibilities
  • Supporting Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions
  • Processing invoices, supplier payments, and reconciliations
  • Assisting with payroll processing and payroll queries
  • Supporting month-end reporting and general ledger activities
  • Performing bank reconciliations and investigating variances
  • Assisting with BAS, FBT schedules, budgeting, and reporting tasks
  • Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting compliance processes
  • Identifying and escalating risks or issues where required
  • Assisting with ad hoc finance and accounting tasks
About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
  • Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar finance role
  • Relevant accounting or finance qualifications
  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience using accounting and payroll systems, ideally Xero
  • Experience with Employment Hero highly regarded (training can be provided)
  • A proactive and adaptable approach to work
Experience within a Not-for-Profit or membership-based organisation will be highly regarded but is not essential.

Please note that you must be available to commence immediately and comfortable with a 6-month contract. We will commence screening immediately so please apply today!

For more information please feel free to reach out to Taylor at taylor.fifield@beaumontpeople.com.au

At Beaumont People we believe a diverse workplace is a happy workplace, and we love working with organisations that feel the same way.  We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from CALD backgrounds and people with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or parental status. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to be made for your application to be assessed we would be more than happy to discuss how that can be arranged.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Assistant Accountant (6-Month Contract) role?
Beaumont - Sydney is hiring for the Assistant Accountant (6-Month Contract) position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Assistant Accountant (6-Month Contract) job located?
The Assistant Accountant (6-Month Contract) role with Beaumont - Sydney is based in Sydney, NSW, AU. The role is remote-friendly.
Is the Assistant Accountant (6-Month Contract) role remote?
Yes — the Assistant Accountant (6-Month Contract) position at Beaumont - Sydney is remote. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
Is the Assistant Accountant (6-Month Contract) role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Beaumont - Sydney.
What experience level is the Assistant Accountant (6-Month Contract) role?
The Assistant Accountant (6-Month Contract) position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Assistant Accountant (6-Month Contract) role at Beaumont - Sydney?
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