Sr. Executive / Assistant Team Leader / Team Leader (Australian Accounting)

Job Description:

Role Responsibilities

• Maintain books of accounts for clients across various industries in Australia, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Bank Reconciliation, Payroll, Month-End Reporting and GST Returns.
• Review invoices for special instructions and obtain necessary approvals prior to payment.
• Sort, code, match and enter/upload invoices into the accounting system for payment processing.
• Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments.
• Reconcile creditor statements and research and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately in accordance with accepted accounting practices.
• Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and related issues.
• Correspond with creditors and respond to accounting and payment-related queries.
• Prepare and publish monthly reports.
• Assist with other accounting and finance-related projects as required.
• Troubleshoot accounting and process-related issues.
• Support process migration and transition activities.
• Prepare monthly performance reports for team members.
• Handle and coordinate the team and support day-to-day accounting operations.

Educational Qualification & Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience in Australian bookkeeping/accounting is mandatory.
• Minimum 1 year of team-handling experience.
• CA / Inter-CA / MBA (Finance) / CFA / M.Com.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Thorough knowledge of Accounts Payable and General Ledger systems and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a sound understanding of basic accounting principles and documentation.
• Good knowledge of accounting processes, reconciliations and financial reporting.