Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant – Local Council
Sydney, NSW
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. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and process financial transactions, including accruals, journals, and allowances
• Review and validate incoming invoices and manage vendor creation
• Collect relevant data and update financial records
• Assist with financial reporting and reconcile transactions as required
• Support payroll, journal entries, and user access management

• Previous experience in a similar role within a public sector, not-for-profit, education, or healthcare setting
• Experience with TechnologyOne or CIAnywhere is highly desirable
• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, Economics, or Business Studies