Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant – Local Council | Hybrid Arrangement Eastern Suburbs | $50 per hour + super | 38 hours per week ASAP Start, 3-month initial temporary contract with potential further extension Our client, a prominent local government body, is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their team on an initial 3-month temporary contract with the potential for extension. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to apply their financial expertise in a public sector environment. This is a hybrid position. Key Responsibilities Manage and process financial transactions, including accruals, journals, and allowancesReview and validate incoming invoices and manage vendor creationCollect relevant data and update financial recordsAssist with financial reporting and reconcile transactions as requiredSupport payroll, journal entries, and user access management Job Qualifications: Previous experience in a similar role within a public sector, not-for-profit, education, or healthcare settingExperience with TechnologyOne or CIAnywhere is highly desirableTertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, Economics, or Business Studies Please apply with your latest CV. For more info, contact Amanda at 03 8535 3111 or amanda@publicsectorpeople.com.au for more information. Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.