Men in Cloud recruiters are excited to be working with one of Willemsen Group who are looking for a full-time Accountant.

Willemsen Group, a leader in residential and commercial property development and management, is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Graduate Accountant to support our expanding operations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in property accounting and be proficient in industry-relevant financial systems.

Salary range: $75,000 - $85,000 per annum

Location: ACT 2600

About the role:

Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

1. Preparation of monthly reports and assist with budgeting and forecasting.
2. Ensure timely and accurate calculation, reporting, and payment of GST, and the preparation and submission of BAS in compliance with Australian taxation regulations
3. Monitor actual income and expenditure with budgets, performing variance analysis to aid business decision-making
4. Perform internal audit to ensure appropriate allocation of expenses, cash flow management and financial integrity
5. Monitor actual and forecast expenses for each property portfolio
6. Maintain daily financial operations using SAGE Accounting Software and Sage Timberline Property Management Systems
7. Liaise with tenants and property managers, to address finance-related queries and issues.
8. Conduct thorough financial reconciliations to ensure the precision and integrity of financial data in compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
9. Ensure compliance with industry regulations, tax obligations, and internal policies and procedures related to finance and accounting.

Requirements and Qualifications:

1. Minimum bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or a related field
2. A minimum of two-years relevant experience in accounting or a similar role.
3. Knowledge of SAGE Accounting Software and Sage Timberline Property Management Systems is essential
4. Solid grasp of accounting principles, with a particular focus on reconciliations, balance sheets, and profit and loss statements.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
6. Ability to convey complex financial information in a clear and understandable manner.
7. Familiarity with Australian accounting standards.
8. Thorough understanding of key accounting concepts.
9. Australian experience is essential
10. Eligible to live & work in Australia

Skills and Competencies:

1. Strong attention to detail.
2. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
3. Highly developed computer skills including Microsoft Excel (intermediate to Advanced).
4. Ability to work in a team and autonomously.
5. Problem solving attitude in identifying financial challenges and giving smart solutions to address them.
6. Critical thinking capacity to analyse financial data critically
7. Attention to detail.