Assistant Accountant

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25-Sep-2026

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Are you an Assistant Accountant ready for your next contract? Hunter Manning are partnering with a respected Perth business to find someone who can step in and make an immediate impact. You'll be part of an approachable, close-knit finance team, supporting month-end, reconciliations and reporting.

The ideal person is proactive, quick to pick up new systems and processes, and takes real care in the quality of their work.

What you'll be doing
  • Assisting with month-end close, including preparing journals, accruals and prepayments
  • Preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations
  • Completing bank reconciliations and resolving any discrepancies
  • Maintaining the fixed asset register and processing depreciation
  • Preparing GST and BAS workings for review
  • Supporting accounts payable and receivable when needed
  • Assisting with management reporting and basic variance analysis
  • Helping prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation
  • Answering finance queries from internal staff and external stakeholders
What you'll need
  • At least 2 years' experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar role
  • A degree in Accounting or Finance, or working towards CA/CPA (preferred)
  • Confidence with accounting software such as MYOB, Xero, SAP or similar
  • Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables
  • A solid understanding of month-end processes and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
  • Clear, friendly communication skills
  • The ability to work independently and manage your own deadlines
  • Availability to start immediately or at short notice
  • Full Australian working rights and based in Perth
We look forward to your application!

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