Role Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented, proactive and experienced Intermediate Accountant with 3β5 years of relevant accounting experience to support accurate and efficient day-to-day financial operations. This role is responsible for accounts payable and receivable, weekly payment processing, reconciliations, tax compliance and financial reporting. The successful candidate will be confident using Xero, able to work independently and committed to improving accounting processes and internal controls.
As an Intermediate Accountant:
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You are an organised and analytical accounting professional who takes ownership of financial records, meets deadlines and resolves discrepancies.
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You maintain accurate transactions in Xero, collaborate with stakeholders and external accountants, and seek practical opportunities to improve efficiency through better processes and appropriate automation.
Your Responsibilities as an Intermediate Accountant would be:
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Accounts Payable & Payment Processing
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Process and verify supplier invoices, ensuring accurate coding and supporting documentation.
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Prepare and complete weekly payment runs accurately and on schedule.
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Monitor outstanding payables, update supplier records and reconcile supplier statements.
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Investigate and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies.
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Accounts Receivable
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Prepare and issue customer invoices promptly and accurately.
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Monitor receivables, follow up on overdue payments and allocate customer receipts.
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Maintain customer account records and resolve billing and reconciliation discrepancies.
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General Accounting & Reconciliations
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Maintain accurate general ledger and financial transaction records in Xero.
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Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations and maintain supporting schedules.
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Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
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Review transactions for correct account coding and documentation.
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Tax Compliance & Financial Reporting
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Maintain tax records and support preparation and lodgement of relevant tax returns and statutory reports, including Documentary Stamp Tax (DST) where applicable.
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Assist with Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss and supporting financial reports.
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Ensure records comply with applicable accounting standards, tax requirements and internal procedures.
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Coordinate with internal stakeholders, external accountants and auditors as required.
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Systems & Process Improvement
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Maintain and update accounting transactions and records in Xero.
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Support implementation and documentation of accounting procedures and controls.
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Identify workflow improvements and use suitable automation or AI tools to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Qualifications
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Bachelorβs degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field, with 3β5 years of relevant accounting experience.
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Hands-on experience in AP, AR, payment processing, bank reconciliations and financial reporting.
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Practical proficiency in Xero for bookkeeping, invoicing, reconciliations and reporting.
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Knowledge of applicable tax compliance, including DST where relevant, and proficiency with spreadsheets.
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Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, time management and independent working skills.
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Experience improving accounting processes; familiarity with AI and accounting automation is an advantage.
Requirements
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Accurate and timely supplier and customer invoice processing and weekly payment runs.
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On-time bank, supplier, customer and balance sheet reconciliations.
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Reliable financial records in Xero and timely tax documentation and reporting.
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Consistent adherence to deadlines, accounting procedures and internal controls.
Benefits
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Genuinely caring Leadership Team
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Competitive salary package
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Company-provided full set-up for desktop/laptop with a back-up internet
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Free pre-employment Medical Assessment (T&C apply)
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HMO on the first day of hire
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15 Vacation Leaves and 5 Sick Leaves
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Annual Performance Reviews
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Unlimited Employee Referral Incentives
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Employee Loan Facilities
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Social Clubs and Interest Workshops
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Company events where you get a chance to win amazing prizes and be rewarded for your outstanding performance.
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Statutory Benefits: Maternity, Paternity and Solo Parent Leaves, Magna Carta for Women, Retirement Benefits, OT, and Premium Pay.