Junior Accountant (AU Market)

Job Title: Junior Accountant (AU Market) Salary: AUD 1,200 to 1,800 per month (depending on skills and experience) Working Hours: Mondays to Fridays: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM AEST Holidays: TBD Role Overview: The Junior Accountant is responsible for managing the company’s core transactional finance functions across global operations. This includes full ownership of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll, while supporting month-end reporting and financial compliance. This role requires a highly organised and detail-oriented finance professional who can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced FMCG environment while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and strong cross-functional communication. Duties and Responsibilities: Accounts Payable (35%) Oversee end-to-end AP processing, ensuring invoices are paid in line with agreed terms Manage accounts inbox and respond to supplier queries promptly Process supplier invoices with accurate GL and tax coding Liaise with internal departments for invoice approvals Prepare and upload supplier payments into banking portal Reconcile supplier statements and company credit card transactions Accounts Receivable (35%) Oversee AR portfolio, ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices Partner with Sales team to review and process retailer claims Issue account statements and follow up overdue payments Maintain daily bank reconciliations and cash allocation Assist with cash flow forecasting based on expected receipts Reporting & Month-End (15%) Prepare and maintain general ledger reconciliations Produce weekly AR/AP reports highlighting overdue items and action plans Assist with month-end close and preparation of journal entries Support ad hoc management reporting Contribute to finance process improvements and system enhancements Payroll (15%) Maintain accurate employee records Prepare monthly payroll summaries and upload payment files Monitor leave balances and maintain leave records Submit payroll tax filings and quarterly superannuation payments Process WorkCover filings Experience & Education Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required) 2–3 years’ finance/accounting experience Experience in FMCG and/or retail industries preferred Experience with Xero and Cin7 highly regarded CPA or CA qualification (or working towards) advantageous Skills & Competencies Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy Advanced Excel and spreadsheet capability Strong organisational and time management skills Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proactive problem-solver with a solutions-focused mindset Comfortable working cross-functionally with multiple departments