ThompsonCook - the most respected accounting search firm in Australia.

Melbourne

Level 6, 360 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000

0427 465 934

Sydney

Level 3, 50 Pitt Street, Sydney 2000

0429 927 270

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Job description

Graduate Accountant | $70k – $80k + super | Retail

Job title : Assistant Accountant Location : Sydney

  • High growth luxury goods business | Market leading presence
  • Mentoring and career development | Vibrant company culture
  • $70,000 – $80,000 + super | CBD fringe location | WFH flexibility

The Opportunity

An incredible opportunity to join a high-end design and retail brand pushing the boundaries of contemporary Australian aesthetic. You may be someone with 1-2 years’ professional accounting experience or a recent university graduate in Accounting or Finance looking for your first full-time role.

With a supportive, tight-knit team culture and a strong emphasis on professional growth, this business is seeking a high performing Accounting graduate to join their dynamic finance function. This role offers hands-on experience, mentorship from industry leaders, and a broad introduction to financial accounting in a high-growth environment.

The Challenge

Reporting to the Financial Controller, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Process and reconcile bank transactions
  • Upload and record customer deposits
  • Upload and record of online sales
  • Reconcile daily retail banking transactions (cash and eftpos) and communicate variances
  • Post and reconcile credit card transactions
  • Data entry of supplier’s invoices, AP reconciliation and communication to all external vendors
  • Manager customer returns and faulty credits
  • Review AR/AP statements at end of month
  • Support payroll preparation
  • Assist with month end process of GL posting journals
  • Adhoc support of the finance department where required
  • Assist with IT transformation projects

The Expertise

Please consider expressing interest in this position if you possess the following:

  • A recent graduate with a degree in Commerce, Accounting, or a related field
  • 6-18 months experience with financial reporting (internships included) will be highly regarded but is not essential.
  • Detail-oriented, highly organised, and eager to contribute to a team environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to meet tight deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
  • It is preferable that you have prior interest or knowledge of Retail or FMCG

The Next Step

If this position will enhance your career and you would like further details on the client, the role, remuneration, or a copy of the position description, please call Lulu Duck for a confidential discussion on 0477 465 015. Alternatively, please apply via the link below.

About ThompsonCook

At ThompsonCook we develop strong relationships with top accounting and finance professionals across Australia. We specialise in recruiting for key finance function roles including:

  • Chief Financial Officers, Treasury, Tax & Audit Leaders
  • Finance Managers & Financial Controller
  • Commercial Finance & Financial Planning & Analysis
  • Financial & Management Accountants
  • Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Payroll

We support our clients with both permanent and contracting recruitment solutions, ensuring they secure the best finance talent in the market.

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ThompsonCook - the most respected accounting search firm in Australia.

Melbourne

Level 6, 360 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000

0427 465 934

Sydney

Level 3, 50 Pitt Street, Sydney 2000

0429 927 270