Assistant Accountant

D&B ·www.designandbuild.com.au

Location NSW - Sydney, NSW, Australia
Salary AUD 40 - 45 / hour
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Business Support
Apply direct
Assistant Accountant | Commercial Construction | Immediate Start | Contract

An established commercial construction business is seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their finance team on a contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a busy, collaborative environment where you'll play a key role in supporting month-end processes and financial reporting.

If you're someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, project-driven environment and can hit the ground running, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role:

Reporting to the Finance Manager, your responsibilities will include:
  • Daily bank reconciliations and resolving reconciling items
  • Assisting with month-end close including accruals, prepayments and general ledger reconciliations
  • Preparing balance sheet and overhead reconciliations
  • Supporting BAS preparation and other statutory reporting
  • Assisting with monthly management reporting and financial analysis
  • Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting audit requirements
  • Assisting with forecasting and financial reporting
  • Working closely with the Accounts Payable team to ensure accurate coding and cost allocation
  • Supporting the administration of bank guarantees, bonds and trust accounts
  • Providing ad hoc reporting and analysis as required
About You:
  • Minimum 3 years' experience in an Assistant Accountant position
  • Previous experience within construction, engineering, property or another project-based industry is highly regarded
  • Strong understanding of month-end accounting processes
  • Experience with bank reconciliations, general ledger reconciliations, accruals and prepayments
  • Jobpac or equivalent software experience 
  • Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
  • CPA/CA studying or completed, or a tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or Commerce
What's on Offer:
  • Immediate start with a well-established commercial construction business
  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Opportunity to work within a high-performing finance team
  • Exposure to a variety of accounting and reporting responsibilities
  • Potential for the contract to be extended for the right person
  • Friendly, collaborative and professional working environment
If you're available immediately or finishing up your current contract soon, we'd love to hear from you.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Assistant Accountant role?
D&B is hiring for the Assistant Accountant position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Assistant Accountant job located?
The Assistant Accountant role with D&B is based in NSW - Sydney, NSW, AU.
What does the Assistant Accountant role pay?
D&B lists the Assistant Accountant role at AUD 40–45 per hour.
Is the Assistant Accountant role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at D&B.
What experience level is the Assistant Accountant role?
The Assistant Accountant position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Assistant Accountant role at D&B?
Apply directly on D&B's career page via the Apply button on this listing. ZammeJobs links straight through to the employer's ATS — no third-party form, no resume database.
Apply direct