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Assistant Accountant
Tullamarine, Melbourne VIC
Part time

About Larnec Pty Ltd

Are you seeking a unique, culture driven workplace where your success and results matter? Do you want to feel valued and part of a supportive team? Look no further – we may have the perfect role for you!

Larnec Pty Ltd is a family owned and operated business with over 30 years of experience in supplying building material solutions across Australia. With a clear vision for success and growth, we offer great employment security and career opportunities.

We currently have a vacancy for a part time Assistant Accountant who is passionate about what they do and who enjoys working in a busy team environment at our Tullamarine location.

About the role

The role involves the following key functions:

Resource backup

• Debtors – invoicing, follow up of aged debtor amounts, payment processing, payment allocation, new account set-up
• Creditors – invoice entry, purchase order follow up, GRN process review

Month End

• Assist in the completion of the month end process in consultation with the Head of Finance.

Reporting

• Assist with weekly and monthly reports
• Assist in the production of monthly management/board reporting pack
• other reports as directed by Head of Finance

Budget/Forecast

• Assist the Head of Finance with the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting processes and associated reporting requirements.

Cash flow 

• Update cash flow report daily and proactively raise any cash flow concerns to the Head of Finance.

Process Documentation

• Develop key finance process/policy documentation in consultation with the Head of Finance.

Compliance

• Ensure that Larnec complies with state and federal regulatory reporting requirements and tax payments made on time and in full including submission of BAS, Superannuation & Payroll Tax compliance.
• Assist in the annual audit process.
• Assist in the annual FBT return finalization.

Other responsibilities within the position description.

Benefits:

• A friendly and supportive work culture
• Above award rates
• Comprehensive training with ongoing support and development

About you:

The following attributes are essential:

• Accounting Degree, CPA or CA qualified (or commenced studying towards)
• 7 to 10 years post graduate experience
• High level all round Accounting experience within Practice or Company
• High level attention to detail and accuracy
• At least 3 years accounts payable and receivable experience
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• High level of autonomy and professionalism
• High level attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrated commitment to process management and continuous improvement
• Intermediate Excel knowledge

If you have a can-do attitude, an excellent work ethic, the ability to work under pressure and this role excites you, please submit your application to join our growing, values driven family owned business.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years’ experience do you have as an assistant accountant?
• How many years of accounting experience do you have?
• Do you have experience using Microsoft Excel?
• How many years of accounts payable experience do you have?
• Do you have previous invoicing experience?
• How many years of accounts receivable experience do you have?

Contact

Mark Spottiswood, Head of Finance

[email protected]

1800 527 632

0484 777 176

About Interchange Outer East

• We support families: Family wellbeing has always been and will always be at the core of everything we do. This means building strong relationships between families and our team, underpinned by listening and trust.
• We engage and empower children and young people with disabilities: We operate within a human rights framework that respects the dignity of all individuals. For us and our community, this is about children and young people having opportunities to deepen relationships, have fun, develop skills, enhance health and wellbeing, and build independence.
• We build inclusive communities: We value our Interchange Outer East community and encourage everyone to make a contribution. This builds inclusive, cohesive and equitable communities. Our community includes a range of people, such as families, children and young people, our team of staff and volunteer, partners and other community members.

Employee purpose

• Be family focussed
• Uphold human rights
• Participate and encourage an inclusive community
• Develop trust with all in the IOE community
• Contribute to a safe and fun environment

Aim of role: The aim of the Finance Manager is to monitor the financial health of the agency and ensure financial compliance is met efficiently and effectively on behalf of the program.

Job summary: As a member of the senior management team, the Finance Manager is responsible for the financial reporting and compliance of IOE on a monthly basis, as well as the annual audit functions. They will have ultimate responsibility for the accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, cash flow, payroll, credit card administration and plan management functions of IOE and will provide staff support, supervision and performance management for the aforementioned teams.

Key outcomes:

1. Provide accurate end of month financial reporting to the Board of Directors
2. Attend meetings of the Board of Directors
3. Planning and delivering the Agency’s budgets
4. Undertake financial analysis, incorporating performance analysis, cost structures, scenario planning and budget:actual variances
5. Provide financial and analytical support to the CEO and General Manager
6. Manage the Agency’s financial investments
7. Ensure statutory compliance with regard to accounting standards and taxation
8. Manage the payroll functions for the agency
9. Submit taxation returns such as BAS & FBT
10. Understand and analyse market trends
11. Prepare annual accounts for audit and annual statutory reporting
12. Manage IOE financial systems
13. Seek opportunities for improving IOE’s financial position by way of cost reductions
14. Seek opportunities to negotiate beneficial arrangement with suppliers and providers
15. Assist with quarterly long service leave provisions, both internal and Portable Long Service Leave Authority (PLSLA)
16. Support, manage and develop the Agency’s approach to risk and risk reporting from a Board perspective
17. Proactively perform ad hoc analysis, or as directed, to provide performance insights which aid growth and focus appropriate resource allocation

Key selection criteria

• Professional qualification as listed below
• Proficiency in a range of IT systems and processes
• Clear understanding of audit requirements and processes
• Clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Capacity for high levels of independence and autonomy
• Exemplary attention to detail and level of accuracy
• Able to support and mentor teams efficiently and effectively
• Able to handle interpersonal and work management pressures in a professional and positive manager
• Able to address and manage conflict

Qualifications and professional memberships

• Minimum qualification / membership of:
  • Association of Taxation and Management Accountants (ATMA)
  • Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)
  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • CPA Australia (CPA)
  • Institute of Public Accounts (IPA)
  • Chartered Accountants Australian and New Zealand (CAANZ).

Position relationships

• CEO
• Executive Team
• Board of Directors
• Treasurer
• Financial auditors
• Investment providers
• Banks
• Work within a team based approach
• People from various backgrounds and skills levels
• Customers and suppliers

Contact
Fred Brumhead, Interchange Outer East CEO
0417 557 357
[email protected]

Location: Wingfield SA
Reports to: Managing Director

Position Summary
Subway Meats & SA Meats are seeking a proactive, analytical, and experienced professional to take on the role of Senior Accountant. This key role will be responsible for overseeing the financial and administrative functions of SA & Subway Meats and blends strategic planning, analytical insight, and organisational management to ensure that all financial and administrative activities align with the organisations’ objectives.

Reporting to the Managing Director, this role spans a broad portfolio including the development, implementation and management of the financial functions, IT & office services and human resources.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Management

• Develop and oversee financial strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure the sound financial management of the organisation.
• Supervise the recording, classifying and summarising of financial transactions to ensure compliance with accounting principles and regulatory & reporting requirements including:
  • responsibility for the accurate & efficient management of Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable
  • ensure the completion of daily bank account reconciliations
  • Ensure stock is managed and accounted for efficiently each week, and a biannual stocktake completed in an accurate and timely manner. Identify improvements to stock management systems to reduce shrinkage and loss to ensure discrepancies are under $10k per stocktake
  • Manage the financial and administrative functions of livestock purchasing, transport, processing and feedlotting
• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements, management reports and analysis including:
  • Weekly P&Ls to be prepared and distributed at week end +1 business day
  • Monthly closeout by 3rd week after EOM, ensuring no more than a $10k variance from the distributed weekly reports
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of daily costings. Identify improvements to information collection and reporting.
• Monitor cash flow, investments and financial risk, making recommendations for strategies to optimise
  financial performance including:
  • Manage debtor reconciliations and ensure minimal credits/returns.
  • Manage debt collection and ensure bad debts do not exceed $20,000pa
  • Manage debtor relationships
  • Manage creditor reconciliations, management & payment
  • Manage creditor relationships
  • Liaise with bankers and other agencies for compliance and funding opportunities
• Ensure the organisation’s tax obligations are met and maintain up-to-date knowledge of taxation legislation
  including:
  • Timely preparation and lodgement of monthly BAS’s including Fuel Tax Credit calculations
  • Timely preparation and lodgement of annual FBT return
  • Timely preparation of fully reconciled annual figures for provision to external accountants by 1st
    week of September
• Identify & manage grant opportunities, applications and acquittals from a finance and administration
  perspective.
• Identify opportunities for growth, process improvements and cost reductions.
• Support new initiatives, projects and business development activities from a financial and administrative
  perspective.
• Serve as a point of contact for financial and administrative matters raised by staff, external accountants,
  regulators, and business partners.
• Ensure dividends/distributions are calculated and paid quarterly

Administrative Management

• Assist with administrative operations, including facilities management, procurement, asset management and office services including:
  • Maintaining asset register and depreciation including additions, disposals & obsolete assets
• Develop, implement and review administrative systems and processes to improve organisation efficiency
  including identifying potential financial, operational and administrative synergies with the two businesses.
• Continually review IT systems and implement efficiencies with software and hardware usage. Assist with the
  rollout of any IT upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, company policies and government regulations across all
  administrative functions.
• Supervise the maintenance of accurate records, files and document management systems for easy access
  and retrieval.
• Assist with negotiating and managing contracts and relationships with suppliers, vendors and service
  providers.

Human Resources

• Manage employee contracts, compensation, benefits and policies including:
  • Superannuation
  • Payroll Tax
  • Workcover
  • Staff loans/purchases/child support
  • Migrant worker obligations
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Implement and oversee workplace safety program.
• Assist management to lead, mentor and motivate staff, fostering a culture of high performance and
  continuous improvement.
• Assist with the planning and documentation of regular performance reviews, goal setting, training and
  provision of staff feedback for professional development.
• Assist with the recruitment, selection and onboarding of top finance and admin staff as required and ensure
  adequate succession planning from within the team
• Take responsibility for keeping staff turnover under 15% pa and sick leave usage low
• Promote collaboration and effective communication within the team.

Governance & Compliance

• Review and maintain best practices for board organisation, reporting and governance including:
  • development of consolidated management reports
  • identifying additional information to assist board decision making
  • Maintain minutes and board administrative functions
• Ensure ongoing compliance with local, state and federal laws as they pertain to the organisation.
• Develop and implement risk management policies and procedures to minimise organisational exposure
  including management of insurance policies to ensure adequate coverage and cost effectiveness.
• Monitor internal controls and recommend enhancements to safeguard assets and prevent fraud.
• Contribute to the organisation’s strategic planning processes, offering financial and administrative insights to
  inform key decisions.
• Prepare reports, presentations and documentation for internal and external audiences as required.
• Communicate financial and administrative information clearly to the team, board and other stakeholders.