Graduate Accountant

1w1 week ago

Metro Finance

Sydney, AU · Full-time · A$65,000 – A$75,000

About this role

We are seeking a Graduate Accountant to support the finance team in the accurate and timely preparation of financial records, reconciliations, and cash management. They will assist with the preparation of statutory, regulatory, and compliance reporting specific to non-bank lending obligations. Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and automation within the finance function.

Complete daily reconciliation of bank accounts and perform novated lease reconciliations by reviewing remittance advices from salary packagers. Match remitted funds to contracts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve them promptly. Serve as the main point of contact for internal and external queries about novated lease receipt allocations.

Assist with Accounts Payable and invoice processing, perform daily cash sweeps from the central novated clearing account to respective trusts. Reconcile clearing account balances and liaise with Finance, Treasury teams, and third-party salary packagers on cash receipt queries. Work closely with finance, treasury, and servicing team members, plus engage with auditors and tax advisers.

Join a culture that promotes growth and continuous improvement with opportunities to learn across department teams. Enjoy hybrid working with 3 days in the office and 2 at home in a beautiful modern Sydney office. Participate in fun, regular social events to connect with coworkers.

Requirements

Strong understanding of reconciliation processes, including working with remittance advices and clearing accounts
High attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies accurately
Comfortable working with Excel spreadsheets
Proactive mindset with a focus on process improvement and efficiency
Full permanent working rights (citizen or PR)
Familiarity with financial records preparation and cash management
Ability to assist with statutory and regulatory reporting for non-bank lending

Responsibilities

Complete daily reconciliation of bank accounts and undertake prompt follow-up of reconciling items
Perform daily novated lease reconciliations by reviewing remittance advices and matching funds to contracts
Investigate and resolve discrepancies between remittances, receipts, and contract records
Be the main point of contact for internal and external queries about novated lease receipt allocations
Assist with Accounts Payable and invoice processing activities
Perform daily cash sweep to move cash receipts from the central novated clearing account to respective trusts
Reconcile clearing account balance to ensure all funds are accounted for and remitted
Support financial and regulatory reporting activities, including Management, Statutory, APRA, ABS, and upcoming ESG reporting