Assistant Accountant

Posted:
10/30/2024, 7:35:44 PM

Location(s):
Western Australia, Australia ⋅ West Perth, Ontario, Canada ⋅ Ontario, Canada

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Accounting

With over 1.3 million members RAC is one of WA’s most iconic and trusted brands. We are a purpose-led member organisation striving to create greater value for our members and deliver on our purpose to be “The driving force for a better WA.”

As an Assistant Accountant, you'll be responsible for ensuring the completion of finance-related tasks within designated timeframes, maintaining accurate accounting and tax records for management and compliance purposes, and contributing to budgeting and forecasting initiatives.
This role is being offered as a permanent full-time position, primarily based in our West Perth office and supporting the RAC Finance division.

What will you be doing?                      

  • Financial Operations: ensuring completeness of subledger related tasks and an understanding of ledger impacts to assist with resolution of transactional matters.
  • Daily/Monthly Reporting and Analysis: Aid in the preparation of comprehensive reports, including P&L support, Bank analysis including daily cash position.
  • Financial Coordination: Support month-end/half year/end accounting processes, statutory requirements including Internal/External Audits, allocated journals and balance sheet reconciliations within Group deadlines.
  • Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
  • Compliance: Assisting and/or preparation of Tax related tasks, including FBT, ITR, BAS and any other Tax administration investigations/queries.
  • Work with Team members in relation to group analysis and investigations.
  • Accounts Payable duties such as purchase order creation and maintenance and review of payments for disbursements of funds prior to authorisation daily.
  • Improving processes within scope of responsibility.
  • Assistance with trustee reporting on a monthly and quarterly basis.
  • Engage in various ad hoc duties and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Offers the opportunity to learn and assist across different business units in the Group.


What are we looking for in you?

  • Academic Credentials: Possess tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (minimum Bachelor’s degree), with a preference for those working towards or holding a CPA/CA qualification.
  • Experience Essentials: Demonstrate your proficiency in a similar role within large organizations, complemented by a robust understanding of Finance system sub ledgers in ERP systems like Dynamics 365, Oracle, or similar platforms.
  • Key Competencies: Showcase your adeptness in reconciliation, meticulous attention to detail, and strong problem-solving skills.
  • Communication skills: Exhibit effective verbal and written communication skills, coupled with a knack for collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments.
  • Proficient Excel user, including Power Query skills.
  • Ability to quickly respond to situations as they arise and to work to strict deadlines.

What can we offer you?

  • A workplace culture where our people feel valued, respected and empowered
  • Work in flexible ways that meet work/life commitments and support wellbeing
  • Professional career development and training
  • Free Roadside Assistance and discounts on RAC products and services including Insurance, Holiday Parks and Resorts, Security, Finance and Auto Services
  • Be part of a purpose led organisation that gives back to the WA community
  • Opportunities for community engagement and corporate volunteering
  • A very active Social Club – join one of the most active social clubs in Perth with over 900 members  


To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit a 1-page cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the position along with your resume. 

Applications Close: Tuesday 12th November 2024

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as RAC reserves the right to close this vacancy without notice.

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RACWA HOLDINGS Pty Ltd

Website: https://rac.com.au/

Headquarter Location: Surry Hills, New South Wales, Australia

Employee Count: 11-50

Year Founded: 2010

IPO Status: Private

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