Assistant Accountant

RES

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is essential to ensuring accurate financial records and supporting the broader finance activities for the company RES ENERGY SERVICES PTY LTD. As an Assistant Accountant, you will be responsible for the control and posting of journal entries, employee expense tracking, bank reconciliations, and provision management. The role supports both internal and external audits and contributes to process improvement within the finance function. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this is a key support position within the Finance team for the APAC region.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role
• Involvement in external or internal audit processes.
• University degree in Accounting, Finance, or a Higher Vocational Certificate in Administration and Finance.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems is an advantage (e.g., SAP).
• Understanding of Australian taxation regulations and compliance standards.
• Basic knowledge of IFRS and/or AASB accounting standards.
• Familiarity with intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Understanding of monthly and year-end closing processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

• CMMS desirable

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control accounting journal entries to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Perform bank reconciliations to ensure records align with bank statements
• Manage and record employee credit card expenses, ensuring compliance with company policy.
• Provide support during internal and external audits, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
• Identify and support improvements in accounts receivable processes and departmental efficiency.
• Collaborate with the finance team and other departments to support overall financial objectives.
• Be an exemplary role model to encourage the avoidance of risk-taking behaviours across the business and provide the personal commitment never to “risk it”.
• Manage and oversee the daily operations of the administration department relating to operations and service jobs.
• Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable.
• Order and job entry/progress claims.
• Revenue and expenditure variance analysis.
• Engage with customers to arrange deliveries.
• Analyse accounting data and produce financial reports or statements.
• Utilize the company ERP and CRM systems (CMMS desirable).
• Engage with the HQ in Spain to arrange the whole sale process.
• Improve systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions.
• Review, establish and maintain files and records to document transactions.
• Preparation of financial statements.
• Preparation of accounts and reports.
• Treasury control.
• Other administrative tasks required by the management

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave (including 1 discretionary day).
• Generous paid leave for birth givers and partners (eligibility: 12 months service).
• Eyecare and skin check allowances, flu vaccinations, and access to EAP support.
• Sponsored education support (up to $3,000/year for role-related studies).
• $3,000 bonus for successful candidate referrals (paid in two stages).
• 4 paid volunteer days annually.
• Option to swap public holidays for culturally significant days.
• Training and development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees