An independent creative agency based in Australia is looking for a detail-oriented, organised, and proactive Assistant Accountant (Remote)
Responsibilities
Manage accounts payable for Australian hard costs, including setting up new suppliers in Xero and verifying bank details through phone calls
Create supplier purchase orders and process them with suppliers
Process client-billable invoices in Xero in accordance with company purchasing and approval policies
Verify supplier invoices against purchase orders and supporting documents, ensuring accuracy and avoiding duplicate payments
Reconcile project-related expenses against jobs in the Productive project management system and internal general ledger accounts
Process and review internal operating expense invoices, including utilities, rent, cleaning, security, repairs and maintenance, telecommunications, subscriptions, and other business expenses
Verify invoice details, calculations, GST treatment, billing periods, and approved expenditure
Prepare and issue accurate customer invoices, credit notes, and monthly account statements across different business entities
Assist with onboarding new customer accounts and credit assessments
Verify billing instructions, contractual terms, supporting documents, and GST calculations
Allocate customer receipts, reconcile customer accounts, and resolve billing discrepancies
Assist with month-end general ledger reconciliations and ensure expenses are recorded in the correct accounting period
Maintain accurate financial records and organised supporting documentation
Follow accounting policies, internal controls, and approval procedures
Assist with GST reporting and other tax-related reconciliations when required
Requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication in English
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in Accounting or Finance roles
Experience working with Australian companies is highly preferred
Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting procedures
Mandatory experience using Xero
Knowledge of general ledger coding, cost centre allocation, and expense reconciliation
Understanding of Australian GST requirements and supplier invoice processing
Experience with the Productive project management system is an advantage
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Able to investigate financial discrepancies and resolve billing queries accurately
Comfortable contacting Australian suppliers by phone to verify bank account details
Strong attention to detail and ability to review work independently
Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Strong work ethic, collaborative mindset, and ability to work with internal departments, suppliers, and customers
Able to work independently in a remote working environment
An independent creative agency based in Australia is looking for a detail-oriented, organised, and proactive Assistant Accountant (Remote)
Responsibilities
Manage accounts payable for Australian hard costs, including setting up new suppliers in Xero and verifying bank details through phone calls
Create supplier purchase orders and process them with suppliers
Process client-billable invoices in Xero in accordance with company purchasing and approval policies
Verify supplier invoices against purchase orders and supporting documents, ensuring accuracy and avoiding duplicate payments
Reconcile project-related expenses against jobs in the Productive project management system and internal general ledger accounts
Process and review internal operating expense invoices, including utilities, rent, cleaning, security, repairs and maintenance, telecommunications, subscriptions, and other business expenses
Verify invoice details, calculations, GST treatment, billing periods, and approved expenditure
Prepare and issue accurate customer invoices, credit notes, and monthly account statements across different business entities
Assist with onboarding new customer accounts and credit assessments
Verify billing instructions, contractual terms, supporting documents, and GST calculations
Allocate customer receipts, reconcile customer accounts, and resolve billing discrepancies
Assist with month-end general ledger reconciliations and ensure expenses are recorded in the correct accounting period
Maintain accurate financial records and organised supporting documentation
Follow accounting policies, internal controls, and approval procedures
Assist with GST reporting and other tax-related reconciliations when required
Requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication in English
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in Accounting or Finance roles
Experience working with Australian companies is highly preferred
Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting procedures
Mandatory experience using Xero
Knowledge of general ledger coding, cost centre allocation, and expense reconciliation
Understanding of Australian GST requirements and supplier invoice processing
Experience with the Productive project management system is an advantage
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Able to investigate financial discrepancies and resolve billing queries accurately
Comfortable contacting Australian suppliers by phone to verify bank account details
Strong attention to detail and ability to review work independently
Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Strong work ethic, collaborative mindset, and ability to work with internal departments, suppliers, and customers
Able to work independently in a remote working environment