Job Details

  • Location

    Melbourne

  • Salary

    AU$85000 - AU$90000

  • Job Type

    Permanent / Full Time

  • Posted

    2025-11-06

Assistant Accountant

About the Client
Our client is a diversified organisation with operations across property development, agriculture and hospitality. With projects spanning residential communities, farmland and premium accommodation, they’ve built a reputation for quality, innovation and sustainable growth. The business offers a down-to-earth, collaborative culture where initiative, curiosity and teamwork are highly valued.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing group offering exposure to multiple industries and the chance to work alongside senior leaders in a supportive environment.

What’s on Offer
  • $85,000–$90,000 + Super (depending on experience)
  • Hybrid work: 2 days Wyndham site, 2 days Southbank office, 1 day WFH
  • Broad and varied finance role across property, agriculture and hospitality
  • Direct exposure to senior leadership (Financial Controller and CFO)
  • Supportive environment with genuine development opportunities
  • Stable, growing business offering long-term career pathways
About the Role
Reporting to the Financial Controller (Agriculture Division) and working closely with the CFO, this is a hands-on role suited to an experienced Assistant Accountant looking for variety, ownership and exposure across multiple entities. You’ll be responsible for day-to-day accounting activities while assisting with month-end reporting, reconciliations and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions
  • Process receipts, payments and bank reconciliations
  • Prepare and lodge BAS statements
  • Maintain general ledger accuracy across multiple entities
  • Support the Financial Controller with month-end reporting and journals
  • Assist with cashflow and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Contribute to process improvement and efficiency initiatives
  • Provide general accounting support to operational teams across divisions
About You
You’re an experienced finance professional who enjoys hands-on accounting and working across a variety of business activities. You take initiative, ask the right questions and add value beyond day-to-day processing.
You’ll thrive in a supportive, fast-paced environment and feel comfortable working across both office and site-based settings.
  • Must be able to commute regularly between Southbank and Wyndham
  • 5–6 years’ experience in an Assistant Accountant or Finance Officer role
  • Strong transactional accounting experience (AP, AR, BAS, reconciliations)
  • Solid Excel and accounting system skills
  • Excellent communication and organisational abilities
  • High attention to detail with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
  • Adaptable and down-to-earth with a willingness to roll up your sleeves
  • Comfortable working in a traditional or industrial-style environment
  • Open to candidates currently studying towards, or planning to commence, their CPA qualification
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion, click APPLY or contact Cameron Godwin at cameron.godwin@atlaspartners.com.au

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