Assistant Accountant
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Location
Zetland
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
$95,000 + Super
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Contact:
Tom Hunter
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Contact email:
tom.hunter@edwardmann.com.au
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Published:
6 days ago
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Expiry date:
2025-09-24
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Consultant:
Tom Hunter
Do you want to step into a broad finance role with global exposure, career progression and real ownership from day one?
You will be joining a growing international trading business, with operations across Sydney, India and Nepal. Initially as an Assistant Accountant, but in time your role will develop to more Finance Manager related responsibilities.
Based in Waterloo, paying up to 95k + Super and with flexible working options.
With local leadership in Sydney and offshore teams across Asia, this is a brilliant opportunity to take control of end-to-end finance while building cross-border collaboration skills in a supportive, entrepreneurial environment.
Why apply?
Great progression opportunities, with the chance to grow into a Finance Manager position in time.
Flexible work options after onboarding period
Friday team lunches and a collaborative, flat-structured environment
Exposure to a diverse team across Sydney and South Asia
Chance to learn from experienced leaders and take on a broader role over time
Waterloo-based office close to public transport options
What you’ll be doing:
Oversee accounts receivable and payable functions, including daily reconciliations
Manage broker commissions, collections and cash reporting
Month-end support and financial reporting.
Liaise across operations, documentation and IT teams
Reconcile CRM and Xero for accurate data and monthly reporting
Communicate directly with freight partners and brokers on receivables
Support the finance team in Sydney and India to maintain clean ledgers
Monitor and assign tasks from the shared accounts inbox
Mentor 2–3 offshore data entry staff
What you’ll bring:
Strong understanding of general ledger, balance sheet and P&L
Working knowledge of Xero (or MYOB, with a willingness to learn Xero)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A proactive, curious mindset. Someone who takes initiative and follows through
Comfortable liaising with offshore teams and senior stakeholders
Any experience in logistics, manufacturing or inventory-heavy environments is a bonus
For more information, please apply ASAP.
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