Graduate Accountant

1w1 week ago

Metro Finance

AU · Full-time · A$60,000 – 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.

The role involves completing daily reconciliation of bank accounts and performing daily novated lease reconciliations by reviewing remittance advices from salary packagers. Investigate and resolve discrepancies between remittances, receipts, and contract records in a timely manner. Handle accounts payable, invoice processing, and daily cash sweeps from the central novated clearing account to respective trusts.

Work closely with finance, treasury, and servicing team members while engaging with third-party entities such as salary packagers, auditors, and tax advisers. Be the main point of contact for internal and external queries about novated lease receipt allocations. Liaise with teams to answer queries relating to novated cash receipts.

Support financial and regulatory reporting activities, including management, statutory, APRA, and ABS reporting. Assist with implementation of upcoming statutory ESG reporting framework. Join a culture that promotes growth, continuous improvement, and career development opportunities across teams.

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 novated lease and non-bank lending financial processes

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
Serve as 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, including APRA and ABS reporting