Junior Accountant (AU Market) - 093

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Job Title: Junior Accountant (AU Market) Salary: AUD 1,200 to 1,800 per month (depending on skills and experience) Working Hours: Mondays to Fridays: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM AEST Holidays: TBD Role Overview: The Junior Accountant is responsible for managing the company’s core transactional finance functions across global operations. This includes full ownership of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll, while supporting month-end reporting and financial compliance. This role requires a highly organised and detail-oriented finance professional who can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced FMCG environment while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and strong cross-functional communication. Duties and Responsibilities: Accounts Payable (35%) • Oversee end-to-end AP processing, ensuring invoices are paid in line with agreed terms • Manage accounts inbox and respond to supplier queries promptly • Process supplier invoices with accurate GL and tax coding • Liaise with internal departments for invoice approvals • Prepare and upload supplier payments into banking portal • Reconcile supplier statements and company credit card transactions Accounts Receivable (35%) • Oversee AR portfolio, ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices • Partner with Sales team to review and process retailer claims • Issue account statements and follow up overdue payments • Maintain daily bank reconciliations and cash allocation • Assist with cash flow forecasting based on expected receipts Reporting & Month-End (15%) • Prepare and maintain general ledger reconciliations • Produce weekly AR/AP reports highlighting overdue items and action plans • Assist with month-end close and preparation of journal entries • Support ad hoc management reporting • Contribute to finance process improvements and system enhancements Payroll (15%) • Maintain accurate employee records • Prepare monthly payroll summaries and upload payment files • Monitor leave balances and maintain leave records • Submit payroll tax filings and quarterly superannuation payments • Process WorkCover filings Requirements Experience & Education • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required) • 2–3 years’ finance/accounting experience • Experience in FMCG and/or retail industries preferred • Experience with Xero and Cin7 highly regarded • CPA or CA qualification (or working towards) advantageous Skills & Competencies • Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy • Advanced Excel and spreadsheet capability • Strong organisational and time management skills • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Proactive problem-solver with a solutions-focused mindset • Comfortable working cross-functionally with multiple departments Originally posted on Himalayas