Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant

Contract Type:

Full Time

Location:

Melbourne CBD & Inner Suburbs Melbourne VIC - Victoria

Industry:

Accounting

Date Published:

30-Mar-2026

Are you an Assistant Accountant seeking a new opportunity in a dynamic, team-oriented environment?
  • Work for a leading organisation in health and research! 
  • Camberwell location - Free parking & very accessible via public transport
  • 2 month temporary opportunity with possibility for extension
  • Modern offices with a vibrant and supportive team culture, where everyone collaborates and pitches in
  • Full time, Monday to Friday - flexible start & finish times
  • Attractive hourly rate
  • Free coffee, fruit and snacks!
  • Commencing ASAP
 
The Company
There is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated and experienced Assistant Accountant to provide support to a highly regarded clinical research centre. The organisation conducts first-class clinical trials that deliver new therapies with tangible impacts worldwide. You will be working in their head office based in Camberwell, close to public transport and car parking nearby. 
 
What does the role entail?
Situated within the Finance Team, you will be responsible for:
  • Process monthly accruals to ensure accurate financial reporting
  • Oversee and support the processing of a high volume of invoices using Xero software 
  • Prepare budgets, monthly P&L and balance sheet reporting 
  • Assist with prepayment journals and month end
  • Perform daily and weekly reconciliation of bank accounts
  • Review existing accounting systems and assist with process improvement and systems
  • Work closely with the CFO & Finance Manager to ensure that all the external reporting deadlines are met
 
What experience is required?
  • Proven experience in an Assistant Accountant/Accountant role within a fast paced environment
  • A degree in Finance/Accounting/Commerce would be highly desirable
  • Experience with Accounting systems such as Xero
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Exposure working with AI and automation platforms
  • Ability to multitask and prioritise workloads to meet deadlines
Please apply now if you are keen to join this people focused organisation. Interviews will be held immediately.
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