Junior Accountant (AU Market) - 093

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