Accounting Assistant / Financial Accountant
Connected People ·www.connectedpeople.com.au
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About the Role
Opportunity to join a small, well‑established engineering business on the outskirts of Newcastle, looking for a formally qualified accounting professional to join the team in a part‑time capacity. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and being close to the operational heartbeat of a business.
Starting as an Accounts Assistant / Financial Accountant, you will support day‑to‑day finance activities, working alongside an existing team member, and gradually take on responsibilities currently managed by the Company Secretary.
This is a long‑term development opportunity for someone who wants to grow their scope and influence within a stable, hands‑on environment.
Key Responsibilities
About You
What’s on Offer
Please apply below for immediate consideration or contact Daniel Boyle at daniel@connectedpeople.com.au
Opportunity to join a small, well‑established engineering business on the outskirts of Newcastle, looking for a formally qualified accounting professional to join the team in a part‑time capacity. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and being close to the operational heartbeat of a business.
Starting as an Accounts Assistant / Financial Accountant, you will support day‑to‑day finance activities, working alongside an existing team member, and gradually take on responsibilities currently managed by the Company Secretary.
This is a long‑term development opportunity for someone who wants to grow their scope and influence within a stable, hands‑on environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support accounts processing including AP, AR, bank reconciliations, and journals
- Month‑end support including reporting and ledger maintenance
- Payroll assistance and award/EBA interpretation
- Compliance and governance support as duties transition from the Company Secretary
- Document management and statutory record keeping
- Liaising with internal stakeholders and external advisors
- General finance administration and process improvement
About You
- Formal accounting qualifications are essential (Degree, CA/CPA or working towards)
- Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or finance administration
- Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach
- Comfortable working in a small, close‑knit engineering environment
- Ability to learn new responsibilities over time
- Confident communicator with solid organisational skills
- Experience with BusinessCraft would be well regarded
What’s on Offer
- Part‑time role: 3 or 4 days per week
- Hybrid work available once trained
- A degree of flexible hours to suit family or lifestyle needs
- Stable, supportive engineering business with long‑term staff
- Genuine opportunity to expand your responsibilities and take on Company Secretary‑related tasks over time
- On‑site parking and easy access from Newcastle surrounds
Please apply below for immediate consideration or contact Daniel Boyle at daniel@connectedpeople.com.au
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Where is the Accounting Assistant / Financial Accountant job located?
The Accounting Assistant / Financial Accountant role with Connected People is based in Newcastle, NSW, AU.
Is the Accounting Assistant / Financial Accountant role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Connected People.
What experience level is the Accounting Assistant / Financial Accountant role?
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